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Why would i be bleeding 12 days before my period is due? i did have sex this month but i am on the copper iud ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Irregular bleeding : Irregular menstrual bleeding is extremely common. If it's a one time thing things usually get back to normal. If it continues schedule a visit for an examination, STD testing and an IUD check

Answered 9/17/2016

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A member asked:

Why would i be bleeding 12 days before my period is due? i did have sex this month but i am on the copper iud ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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