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I have been told recently i have anemia, and also i have had the mirena inserted recently for birth control and to stop heavy periods. i am still bleeding 3 weeks later and gynae prescribed cyklokapron. is it safe for me to take and necessary ?
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The Mirena IUD can control heavy periods , but can shift in location due to uterine contractions, becoming wedged in the cervical canal will also cause pain, and prolonged bleeding. See your gyn provider for an exam and other testing (ultrasound) to determine the location of the IUD, which may require removal/reinsertion.
Answered 4/13/2021
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