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A member asked:
Ive the mirena coil; now for over a yr. the past few months ive bleeding after sex. swabs, smears are clear.dr said must the the coil?can it be left
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes: It is still effective and safe to leave in. Sometimes, trimming the string can reduce this spotting.
Answered 12/29/2016
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