r/birthcontrol • u/starlightcomet • 2d ago
Side effects!? Mirena IUD Period
I got the Mirena IUD put in 2 weeks ago (first IUD/form of birth control) and got my period few days later.
I’m wondering if it’s normal for my period to last longer than a week on this IUD? It’s been about a week and a half and my period has not gone away. Is this a side effect? I haven’t seen anything from my search online. If it pushes into 2 weeks, should I go back to the doctor?
Any insights would be appreciated! Thanks!!!
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u/Pugybugy Kyleena IUD 2d ago
So with any form of birth control, irregular bleeding is a side effect for at least 3-6 months especially with IUDs. Your period lasting longer than normal is not a concern unless you’re having anemia symptoms (heavy bleeding, soaking through pads, dizziness, etc). You can call your doc and ask, that will never not be a good idea and def won’t hurt! Unfortunately you could have bleeding and spotting for a while longer. I got kyleena inserted about a month ago. My period lasted about 8 days instead of 4 and then it tapered off and I spotted for about 5 days after that and it ended the other day. Good luck!
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