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I've been bleeding (with clotting) continuously for over 60 days after mirena (levonorgestrel) was put in place. should i be concerned about becoming anemic?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Testing: You should schedule a follow up appointment to make sure you IUD is located in the correct spot in the uterus and you can ask to be tested for anemia at that appointment.

Answered 2/22/2015

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A member asked:

I've been bleeding (with clotting) continuously for over 60 days after mirena (levonorgestrel) was put in place. should i be concerned about becoming anemic?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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