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Have had a mirena (levonorgestrel) coil for 3 months and have now got constant spotting.l have no pain.this is my 2nd coil and my periods stopped straightaway then?

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

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Get An Exam!: There are many possible side effects with Mirena (levonorgestrel) coil including bleeding and spotting between periods, heavier bleeding during the first few weeks after device insertion, and missed periods (amenorrhea). You should have an exam by a gynecologist as soon as possible.

Answered 7/18/2015

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A member asked:

Have had a mirena (levonorgestrel) coil for 3 months and have now got constant spotting.l have no pain.this is my 2nd coil and my periods stopped straightaway then?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Mandel answered

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