A member asked:

Why is my period still irregular after having copper iud fitted 9 (almost 10) months ago? sometimes ill bleed twice a month and then i will skip a month. also the length can range from 3-7 days and will can either be really light or really heavy.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Basics: A copper IUD is basically a foreign body in the womb that prevents a fertilized egg from implanting. Since it has no hormonal component like other IUD's, it has no influence on whatever your cycle pattern is whether normal or not.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 10/25/2019

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A member asked:

Why is my period still irregular after having copper iud fitted 9 (almost 10) months ago? sometimes ill bleed twice a month and then i will skip a month. also the length can range from 3-7 days and will can either be really light or really heavy.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Modi agreed

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