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If i have herpes can i still have the mirena (levonorgestrel) iud?
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Yes you can: Women carrying the HSV 1/2 virus can have the Mirena (levonorgestrel) IUD.
Answered 7/16/2015
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Yes: an active herpes infection should be treated, however having a history of herpes doesn't have anything to do with whether you can or cannot have an intrauterine device placed.
Answered 9/28/2016
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