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A member asked:

Does the mirena (levonorgestrel) iud still work if it has slipped lower into the uterus and is no longer against the upper wall?

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Yes: As long as the mirena (levonorgestrel) is in the uterus it will work properly.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/28/2017

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