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A 23-year-old female asked:

Hello, i had mirena (levonorgestrel) iud removed 3 days ago. i am now spotting bright red blood. is this spotting, period, or removal bleeding? we are ttc.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
A little patience: You had your IUD removed 3 days ago. It make your body a few weeks to adjust. Track your cycle over the next few months and if they do not normalize then see an Obgyn. Take a prenatal vitamin now since you are trying to get pregnant
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