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Have had skyla for 2 weeks now, and after intercourse this afternoon i have cramps. i see my doc monday for string check, but is this an emergency?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: It is not an emergency. You can feel with your finger to see if you feel the strings. IF you can not then let your doctor check for you as scheduled.

Answered 8/7/2015

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A member asked:

Have had skyla for 2 weeks now, and after intercourse this afternoon i have cramps. i see my doc monday for string check, but is this an emergency?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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