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Feeling stings of mirena (levonorgestrel) one inch from vagina opening. what do you suggest?

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Dr. Steven Weissberg answered

Cut shorter: If strings are too long and bother you or partner, see your doctor and have him cut it shorter.

Answered 11/12/2013

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