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I have had the mirena (levonorgestrel) implant since feb 2015 and i have had dark brown coloured discharge in place of my periods ever since. is this normal?

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Mirena (levonorgestrel) is a progesterone only device. As such, irregular / abnormal bleeding is to be expected.

Answered 11/3/2015

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