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I had the coil inserted 3 weeks ago last Tuesday and since I have been continuely bleeding everyday in the form of a heavy period. Is this normal?
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I had my first Mirena coil fitted 7 years ago and was told that it would stop me having periods. The doc did say that it could take a while to settle down and I could experience some bleeding for quite a while. What an understatement!
I had what seemed like a heavy period for 4 months! It eventually tapered off and I didn't bleed again. I had to have the coil replaced 2 years ago and I was dreading going through the same thing but I only had a slight bleed for 1 day. I've a couple of friends who've had this coil fitted and their heavy bleeding has lasted from a month up to six months. It is normal, but if you are worried or feel you are becoming anaemic, seek medical advice.
Good luck.
I had what seemed like a heavy period for 4 months! It eventually tapered off and I didn't bleed again. I had to have the coil replaced 2 years ago and I was dreading going through the same thing but I only had a slight bleed for 1 day. I've a couple of friends who've had this coil fitted and their heavy bleeding has lasted from a month up to six months. It is normal, but if you are worried or feel you are becoming anaemic, seek medical advice.
Good luck.
Thank you so much for your answer, I found it incredibly painful having it put in and I was concerned if I went to the Drs they would just want to remove it again and I didnt like the idea of that.
Was your coil the copper one, because mine is. I dont know if that is what is referred to as the Mirena coil.
Many thanks
Was your coil the copper one, because mine is. I dont know if that is what is referred to as the Mirena coil.
Many thanks
They are totally different. The copper coil is simply a contraceptive. I tried one years ago and my periods went from bad to horrendous - some months they lasted for 21 days. After six months I had it removed & went on the pill.
The Mirena coil is made of plastic and contains a microscopic capsule which slowly releases the hormone progesterone. The coil acts as a contraceptive and the hormone does away with periods altogether. The Mirena lasts for 5 years.
If you are not happy, I'd advise you go back to your GP.
The Mirena coil is made of plastic and contains a microscopic capsule which slowly releases the hormone progesterone. The coil acts as a contraceptive and the hormone does away with periods altogether. The Mirena lasts for 5 years.
If you are not happy, I'd advise you go back to your GP.
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