A member asked:

Is it normal to have a little mid cycle spotting within the first couple months of getting a copper iud inserted?

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Dr. Jennifer Austin answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Spotting on IUD: Yes. Spotting between periods is a common side effect of the copper IUD.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Navita Modi answered

Yes: Whenever you start a new kind of contraception,it can always present as some different symptoms ,like breakthrough bleeding ,so Donot worry

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have a little mid cycle spotting within the first couple months of getting a copper iud inserted?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jennifer Austin answered

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Navita Modi answered

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

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