A 23-year-old female asked:
i took plan b 6 days ago, still bloating and cramping. i also had the mirena (levonorgestrel) inserted 4 days ago. is this normal?
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Dr. Asha Kamnani answered
43 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Plan B can cause bloating and cramping. Mirena (levonorgestrel) can also do the same. Please take some Ibuprofen, it should help. The bloating and cramping should subside in a few weeks.
Answered on Oct 23, 2017
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Plan B: Plan "B" should be taken as soon as possible after sex. Your timing is good. As for mirena (levonorgestrel) it is a hormone releasing IUD. When first ... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Jeff Livingston answered
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Soon : As you stated in your question the cramping is already going away. That is typical. It should resolve shortly.
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Doc: Have you had an evaluation since your surgery or the insertion of the IUD. See the gynecologist and get yourself checked. I am not sure the bloating a ... Read More
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Withdrawal effect?: It's quite possible your symptoms are a result of hormonal changes due to Mirena (levonorgestrel) withdrawal. Having said that, it's very important th ... Read More
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