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Heavy bleeding started 2 days ago. had mirena (levonorgestrel) iud for 7 months, no bleeding/period/spotting since it was inserted. is this normal?

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Dr. Nicholas Fogelson answered

Totally!: It is entirely normal. In fact, many people choose Mirena (levonorgestrel) because it causes one to stop menstruating. No worries at all. Enjoy your lack of menses.

Answered 10/5/2015

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A member asked:

Heavy bleeding started 2 days ago. had mirena (levonorgestrel) iud for 7 months, no bleeding/period/spotting since it was inserted. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nicholas Fogelson answered

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