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A member asked:

I got an intrauterine device installed in april and my periods are very crampy how long will this last ?

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May not get better: Depending on what type of iud you got, cramps may or may not get better. Mirena (levonorgestrel) often helps with crampy/heavy periods, but paraguard may make cramping worse. Motrin/aleve may help. If not better or worsen, follow-up with your doc for an evaluation. Good luck.

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Answered 8/17/2014

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