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What Causes Pinkish Brownish Spotting After Getting Skyla IUD Removed?

I ve had my skyla removed and I have some concerns 2 days after I ve had pinkish brownish spotting is this nor ... I also had unprotected sexwith my fiancé right before removal are there any pregnancy risk . Haven t had a period since March 28th for about 4 days , anything I should be worried about
Fri, 5 Mar 2021
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Hi,

Skyla IUD (intrauterine device) contains levonorgestrel which is used to prevent pregnancies from unprotected sexual intercourses and to treat heavy menstrual periods. Skyla IUD only contains a progestin called levonorgestrel which is similar to woman's natural hormone, progesterone. It is a small T shaped polyethylene frame device that acts as long term birth control method.

You may notice some bleeding, spotting or pinkish brown discharge between menstrual periods, especially during the first 3-6 months, but may be worse in the first 1-2 weeks after removal of Skyla IUD. Sometimes the bleeding, spotting or discharge becomes heavier than usual for the first few days after removing Skyla IUD. It may take up to 3 months for your normal menstrual period to return after removal of the intrauterine device (IUD).

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician
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What Causes Pinkish Brownish Spotting After Getting Skyla IUD Removed?

Hi, Skyla IUD (intrauterine device) contains levonorgestrel which is used to prevent pregnancies from unprotected sexual intercourses and to treat heavy menstrual periods. Skyla IUD only contains a progestin called levonorgestrel which is similar to woman s natural hormone, progesterone. It is a small T shaped polyethylene frame device that acts as long term birth control method. You may notice some bleeding, spotting or pinkish brown discharge between menstrual periods, especially during the first 3-6 months, but may be worse in the first 1-2 weeks after removal of Skyla IUD. Sometimes the bleeding, spotting or discharge becomes heavier than usual for the first few days after removing Skyla IUD. It may take up to 3 months for your normal menstrual period to return after removal of the intrauterine device (IUD). Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician