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A member asked:

I had the mirena (levonorgestrel) iud inserted a month ago and still have brown discharge is this normal?

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Yes: With IUD insertion, the vaginal bleeding/spotting can vary in different people. See a physician to ensure that the IUD is still in place. Good health.

Answered 5/21/2017

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