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I am on mirena (levonorgestrel) (2 yrs). period is normally 3 days long & light. i have had my period 3 times this month and it is heavy. what could cause this?
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Anovulation: Mirena (levonorgestrel) can cause anovulation. This is when the ovary fails to release an egg. This alters hormonal levels and disrupts the cycle.
Answered 6/30/2014
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