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Continuous Bleeding Since Mirena Insertion With Sharp Pain Below Belly Button, Tender And Painful Ribs. Should I Get Rid Of It?

I had the Mirena IUD inserted 4 weeks ago. Since then, I have not stopped bleeding. I have a sharp downward shooting pain that starts right below my belly button. I also have lower back pain , both medial and lateral of my spine . The pain appears to be worse on the left side however. In addition, the ribs on my left side are tender and painful to touch. My OB/GYN suggested the IUD b/c I have been on Nuvaring for 5 years and had debilitating migraines for the past 3 years. Since the Mirena, the headache has switched from the right side of my head to the left. Is it time to consider removing the IUD?
Thu, 21 Apr 2016
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OBGYN,  's  Response
Hallow Dear,

You seem to have shifted from one agony into another.

After Mirena, continuous bleeding for 4 weeks with the pain in abdomen is suggestive of:

1. Infection
2. The uterus is not tolerating it and is trying to push it out
3. Partial perforation: This should not cause such a bleeding. If it is perforating, it has to be out of your uterus. X-ray/Ultrasonography will diagnose this complication.

What is your obstetric history? Did you have any previous pregnancies? The women who never had any previous pregnancies are more likely to be intolerant the intrauterine devises, though it is not a rule. If your uterus cannot tolerate it, better get it removed.

Even if there is infection causing pain and bleeding, better remove the device and be under antibiotics.

Please report to your Gynaecologist who will examine you clinically and take the decision.

Please do not ignore this problem.
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Dentist,  Dr. Viraj Ravin Shah's  Response
Hello,

I can understand your concern. Little pain and bleeding between two cycles are usually onserved after Mirena insertion for 3 to 6 months and they decrease in intensity or disapear after that.

However, the symptoms you are describing are severe and debilitating. Bleeding cycle of four weeks is too long to consider normal. In addition, you have had bad experience with IUD previously. So I would advise you to visit your gynecologist and get IUD removed. Probably this method of contraception does not suit you and you should switch to pills or condoms.

I hope this information helps. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Let us know if you have any further queries.

Best,
Dr. Viraj Shah
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Continuous Bleeding Since Mirena Insertion With Sharp Pain Below Belly Button, Tender And Painful Ribs. Should I Get Rid Of It?

Hallow Dear, You seem to have shifted from one agony into another. After Mirena, continuous bleeding for 4 weeks with the pain in abdomen is suggestive of: 1. Infection 2. The uterus is not tolerating it and is trying to push it out 3. Partial perforation: This should not cause such a bleeding. If it is perforating, it has to be out of your uterus. X-ray/Ultrasonography will diagnose this complication. What is your obstetric history? Did you have any previous pregnancies? The women who never had any previous pregnancies are more likely to be intolerant the intrauterine devises, though it is not a rule. If your uterus cannot tolerate it, better get it removed. Even if there is infection causing pain and bleeding, better remove the device and be under antibiotics. Please report to your Gynaecologist who will examine you clinically and take the decision. Please do not ignore this problem.