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What Causes Yellow Vaginal Discharge After Inserting Mirena IUD?

Hello. I had the Mirena IUD inserted approximately 3.5 months ago. Immediately the next day I noticed a yellow/brown discharge that smelled a little fishy and a little like blood. I assumed it was my body s reaction to a foreign object. I still have this odor. It comes and goes but is worse after my period ends. I have not changed sexual partners and was tested for STD s prior to insertion. There are no other symptoms. No itching, burning, discolored discharge (other than brown), etc. I ve began using an intimate wash for regulating the vaginal ph. I have not noticed a difference. I ve taken multiple at home infection detection tests that all were normal. Is this just a side effect of the Mirena? It started the day after insertion.
Thu, 28 May 2020
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Hi,

The symptoms seem to be related to inserting Mirena IUD. Some women beings anecdotally report something from brown to watery to pungent discharge with IUDs. While a vary in discharge can be normal, some adjustments may also be a signal of infection. Don’t be afraid it is due to inserting IUD. I suggest maintain good hygiene and take plenty of drinking water Regular basis.

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

Regards,
Dr. Arup Majumdar, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Yellow Vaginal Discharge After Inserting Mirena IUD?

Hi, The symptoms seem to be related to inserting Mirena IUD. Some women beings anecdotally report something from brown to watery to pungent discharge with IUDs. While a vary in discharge can be normal, some adjustments may also be a signal of infection. Don’t be afraid it is due to inserting IUD. I suggest maintain good hygiene and take plenty of drinking water Regular basis. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Arup Majumdar, General & Family Physician