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I am getting an iron like odor and i am not sure why i have the iud and only spot every 2months any idea what it could be?

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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Common complaint: Its time to see your GYN about this for some cultures and an STD screen. This is a common odor that I hear about every month or two.

Answered 4/5/2015

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A member asked:

I am getting an iron like odor and i am not sure why i have the iud and only spot every 2months any idea what it could be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

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