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If someone has mirena (levonorgestrel) and got chlamydia, would you have to remove the mirena (levonorgestrel) to completely get rid of it with antibiotics?
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No : That is not necessary. Just get treated and rested three weeks later to confirm resolution.
Answered 4/11/2013
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