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Had mirena (levonorgestrel) for 4 years. my periods seem to be getting more irregular. is this normal?
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Yes: Mirena (levonorgestrel) last for 5 years for contraception. Your periods will gradually get lighter and more irregular and it may even disappear. Period irregularity is very common with Mirena (levonorgestrel).
Answered 6/23/2016
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