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I had an emergency iud over a month ago ( copper) and have been heavy bleeding for a month straight is this normal? strings are intact

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

IUD: IUD's work by creating irritation (also occupying space) and this leads to inflammation - hence bleeding is noted. If the bleeding continues then it may have to be removed.

Answered 12/10/2020

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A member asked:

I had an emergency iud over a month ago ( copper) and have been heavy bleeding for a month straight is this normal? strings are intact

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

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