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Had a polypectomy and mirena (levonorgestrel) in march for heavy bleeding. still bleeding now and anaemic. can i insist on a hysterectomy as i'm fed up now.
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Yes: The Mirena (levonorgestrel) may still work given enough time. However, if you are anemic surgical options are reasonable.
Answered 6/30/2014
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