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Had mirena (levonorgestrel) taken out last month and had a normal period after but this month its just been my second day and am bleeding a lot heavy flow is it normal?

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Dr. Matthew Wilson answered

Probably: Why did you have Mirena (levonorgestrel) put in? Mirena (levonorgestrel) lightens periods, so removing it will make them heavier.

Answered 11/4/2015

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A member asked:

Had mirena (levonorgestrel) taken out last month and had a normal period after but this month its just been my second day and am bleeding a lot heavy flow is it normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Wilson answered

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