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A member asked:

Does mirena (levonorgestrel) prevent ovulation? if not should i use backup around ovulation time ?

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No: Mirena (levonorgestrel) does not affect your ovarian cycle at all. It works as a birth control at the level of the uterus and cervix. It is a very effective method, but if you would feel better using a second method to target ovulation, then talk to your obgyn for options. Good luck.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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