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1.do you still ovulate when you have the mirena (levonorgestrel) iud placed? 2.how long after having intercourse on the mirena (levonorgestrel) and the pull out method, would a pregna
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Yes: The Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud works in two primary ways: it creates a thin uterine lining which helps prevent implantation of an embryo and it helps prevent sperm from moving through the uterus into the fallopian tubes. It does not have enough Progesterone to reliably prevent ovulation.
Answered 6/30/2014
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