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I have had a mirena (levonorgestrel) iud for 3 months and every time i get my period, it is a lot and very red and some times i feel the iud, is that normal?

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Dr. Stephen Richards answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

IUD: If you feel the IUD, you need to see your doctor. Periods with Mirena (levonorgestrel) can seem abnormal to you and usually straighten out after a few months.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It is not unusual: but evntually your period should be lighter

Answered 8/4/2014

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A member asked:

I have had a mirena (levonorgestrel) iud for 3 months and every time i get my period, it is a lot and very red and some times i feel the iud, is that normal?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Stephen Richards answered

Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

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