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Extremely heavy and prolonged period this month. mirena (levonorgestrel) been in for 4 yrs. tonight, it came out. will my heavy periods return if i don't have another?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Maybe : Time will tell. Heavy periods at age 52 though should be evaluated. A pelvic exam and sonogram may be needed. If all normal see if you are a candidate for an endometrial ablation.

Answered 7/21/2013

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A member asked:

Extremely heavy and prolonged period this month. mirena (levonorgestrel) been in for 4 yrs. tonight, it came out. will my heavy periods return if i don't have another?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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