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I have the kyleena hormonal iud and i want to start taking maca root capsules for some of its benefits but apparently it increases fertility too, will that affect me at all?

Q: i have the kyleena hormonal iud and i want to start taking maca root capsules for some of its benefits but apparently it increases fertility too, will that affect me at all?

: We do not have enough info in supplements for a correct advice. However, without evidence-based fact, I doubt maca root can negate the effect of kyleena IUD. Good luck.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

We do not have enough info in supplements for a correct advice. However, without evidence-based fact, I doubt maca root can negate the effect of kyleena IUD. Good luck.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/15/2023

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A member asked:

I have the kyleena hormonal iud and i want to start taking maca root capsules for some of its benefits but apparently it increases fertility too, will that affect me at all?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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