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What other forms of birth control can i try that i would potentially have lighter/shorter periods? i currently have mirena iud and my cycles have been extremely long. ive had it for 3 years and its just annoying at this point. i need something new?
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Your doctor can prescribe pills that can limit your period to once a year. To prevent anemia from blood loss, take oral iron and multivitamin supplements.
Answered 1/4/2023
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