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What are the consequences of having a mirena (levonorgestrel) iud inserted when you are pregnant?

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Dr. Liza Kunz answered

Miscarriage : Iud insertion during pregnancy can cause miscarriage.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 12/21/2013

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