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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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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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