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Ive had a copper iud for over a year but intermittently ive bleeding vaginally following bowel movements. not period related and definitely vaginal source. smear test a year ago normal. had 2 boys 3rd degree tears with both. is it caused by iud?

Q: ive had a copper iud for over a year but intermittently ive bleeding vaginally following bowel movements. not period related and definitely vaginal source. smear test a year ago normal. had 2 boys 3rd degree tears with both. is it caused by iud?

: IUD is not related to tears on delivery. IUD is expected to prevent pregnancy. For other issues it would be prudent to consult your gynecologist.

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

IUD is not related to tears on delivery. IUD is expected to prevent pregnancy. For other issues it would be prudent to consult your gynecologist.

Answered 1/20/2023

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A member asked:

Ive had a copper iud for over a year but intermittently ive bleeding vaginally following bowel movements. not period related and definitely vaginal source. smear test a year ago normal. had 2 boys 3rd degree tears with both. is it caused by iud?

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