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I've had my iud for 3 weeks now (skyla), it's about time for my menstrual cycle to hit but i have contraction-like cramps (first time) is this normal?

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Dr. Alfredo Nieves answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: the first coupple of periods may be crampier than the usual, then the bleeding slacks off as well as the cramping.

Dr Kobasa agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I've had my iud for 3 weeks now (skyla), it's about time for my menstrual cycle to hit but i have contraction-like cramps (first time) is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alfredo Nieves answered

Dr Kobasa agreed

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