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Mirena (levonorgestrel) put in 25 days ago, constant dark brown (almost black) discharge, small clumps of lining, constant cramping, i expected spotting but this much?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

4-6 weeks: I tell my patients to expect irregular bleeding and spotting for 4-6 weeks after Mirena (levonorgestrel) insertion.

Dr Kobasa agreed

Answered 7/23/2020

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A member asked:

Mirena (levonorgestrel) put in 25 days ago, constant dark brown (almost black) discharge, small clumps of lining, constant cramping, i expected spotting but this much?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Kobasa agreed

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