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I have had a mucus like discharge that is reddish brown for 6 weeks now on and off. is this normal for someone with an iud?

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Dr. Bryan Kurtz answered

Maybe: Some irregular bleeding can happen with the IUD, especially in the first few months after insertion. If it is a change, you may need to be evaluated.

Answered 6/20/2014

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A member asked:

I have had a mucus like discharge that is reddish brown for 6 weeks now on and off. is this normal for someone with an iud?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bryan Kurtz answered

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