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Is it normal to bleed heavily after sexual intercourse and with the iud?

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No not normal: U need to see your gyn for workup , cultures, blood work and a pelvic ultrasound, your iud may need to be removed.

Dr Higginbotham agreed

Answered 9/2/2013

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