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I just had the flexi t copper iud inserted on friday. i have been spotting for a few days, how long till the initial spotting stops?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

A few weeks : Spotting after an iud insertion is completely expected and normal for the first few weeks.

Answered 2/5/2013

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