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There were 382 questions found in this category:
 Would you recommend a Mirena IUD in addition to birth control pills for my patient with Hashimato’s thyroiditis? #726/10
Hi Dr. Hatcher, I had a new patient come see me today requesting a prescription for birth controls. She has been diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in the past year, and has experienced heavy bleeding as one of her symptoms. Her previous Ob/Gyn had her doubling up on her oral contraceptiv ...
- Is there any risk for my patient using a Mirena IUD who has recurrent BV? #804/10
Aloha Dr Hatcher, I have a pt with recurrent BV (bacterial vaginosis) who also has a Mirena IUS. Is there any evidence of increased risk or rates of BV with the Mirena? I am not aware of increased risk for BV in women using a Mirena IUD. There may be a slightly decreased risk for BV in wom ...
- What is the cause of my bleeding on approximately day 22 of my period and sometimes just after sex? #806/10
I had my Mirena IUD inserted approximately 8 months ago. I have some tiny dark bleeding at approximately day 22 each month. I have noticed that at times after sex, there is slightly brighter red blood, which will last one or two days. This can start anywhere from a few hours after sex to a d ...
- What does the "A" stand for in the copper T 380 A IUD? #715/10
What does 'A ' stands for in the name of intrautrine device copper T 380A IUD? The “A” in the copper T 380 A is for arms, indicating the importance of the copper sleeve on each horizontal arm (thereby increasing the effectiveness of this IUD because of the increase in copper. ...
- I am considering the Mirena IUD or progestin-only pills and am concerned about both since I am bipolar. Help me decide! #618/10
This is a very informative website I have some complex issues in trying to decide what to do next. I am hoping for some helpful advice and patience. Here's my history [trying to be succinct]: I am a 40 year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with bipolar II, after misdiagnosis of "just ...
- It it dangerous if I just leave my Mirena IUD in place after 6 years of use if I cannot afford to have it removed? #730/10
I have had my Mirena IUD for 5 years. It's now time to remove it. I don't have health insurance and my heath department won't remove it. I called my doctor's office but they want $300 just to remove it. I am unemployed and don't have the money. Will it hurt my health if I don't get it remove ...
- Since my Mirena IUD is 4.5 years old and I had sex 36 hours after ovulation, am I still protected? #722/10
I had sex 36 hours after ovulation. My Mirena IUD has been in for 4.5 years. I was worried that my Mirena may be less effective, so I took Plan B after 60 hours of the sexual incident. Can Plan B help in preventing pregnancy? I know Mirena is very, very effective, but I wanted to be sure, ...
- Could my Mirena IUD be the cause of my extreme breast tenderness? #702/10
I have had my Mirena IUD in place for 2.5 years. I am a G2P2, 47 years old. My reproductive health history as of this point is fine (i.e. yearly negative Paps and mammograms have been negative. I have noticed for the last 3-4 months I have been cycling. My main concern is that I have extre ...
- What advice would you give a woman who wants to douche while using an IUD? #711/10
Can you douche with the I.U.D? Douching is generally not recommended for a woman whether or not she has an IUD. You can wash up into the vagina with water using an IUD. We generally do not recommend douching for anyone these days. Here is another long answer to the question of douching ...
- Can an MRI be done after my copper T IUD has been inserted? #613/10
I am planning to get a copper T IUD inserted. I wanted to know the best quality IUD (price is no concern); I also have a back problem and am advised by the doctor to get a MRI done. Is it safe to get the MRI done after getting the IUD inserted? Please include the advantages and disadvantag ...
- How long is a backup contraceptive needed after a Mirena IUD is inserted? #602/10
I forgot to ask you doctor how long I needed to wait to have sex without additional protection after my Mirena IUD was inserted. Do I need to use a backup contraceptive? Today is my 6th day with my Mirena and I’m not sure if it is okay for my husband to ejaculate inside me. Do I need t ...
- I have concerns about which IUD to choose…#617/10
Your site is wonderful! Question #142/10 was very helpful to me, but I still have concerns over which IUD to choose. Does Mirena have much less progestin than a progestin-only pill (POP) and is it really less likely to have systemic side effects? The reason for my concern: My new clinician ...
- Is it normal for my partner to feel my IUD when we are having intercourse? #616/10
When we have intercourse, my partner will tell me he can feel the IUD poking him or scratching his penis. Is this normal? Sometimes we have to change positions to get comfortable. But today, no position was comfortable and we ended up stopping. What can be done or do I just need to have my ...
- I experienced some hair loss while using Lutera birth control pills, but now since I have a ParaGard IUD, my hair is coming out daily. HELP!!! #614/10
Hello, I had the ParaGard IUD inserted in April 2010. Prior to ParaGard, I was on Lutera for 3 years. Since stopping the Lutera and having the IUD inserted, I have been losing a lot of hair in the shower and while combing my hair. Before having taken any oral contraceptive, I had very thick, wa ...
- If my Mirena IUD is expelled, can it be reinserted and used again? #608/10
I had my Mirena IUD fitted 27 days ago. I have been bleeding continuously since then, though not heavy. But about half the time I am experiencing some occasional pain. My question is: if the Mirena is expelled, can we reinsert the same one again or do I have to get a new one? Can I just ...
- Do you advise your patients to continue the Mirena IUD for more than 5 years? #549/10
Do you advise your patients to continue the Mirena IUD for 7 years? Is there a timeline for FDA approval for 7 years? I tell people that my understanding is that the current Mirena IUD is effective for 7 years. I would not discourage a woman using Mirena for a 6th and a 7th year from using a ...
- What are the "you can't forget me methods"? #601/10
Please tell us about your visit to the CONTRACEPTIVE CHOICE Project in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Washington University in St. Louis. It is exciting whenever one has the opportunity to see the best. Like Rabun Wright, Eva Lathrop and Dr. Skoot Dimon whom I described l ...
- I have some health issues, so which IUD is going to work best for me? #550/10
Hi....I actually have several questions. I am considering getting an IUD, but I’m not really sure which one to get. I have a few health issues and wondered if that would be a contributing factor as to which one I should choose. I am diabetic and have high blood pressure, and wondered w ...
- Is it possible that I could be pregnant even though i have a ParaGard IUD? #513/10
I have many pregnancy symptoms and even though I've been taking Wellbutrin, which causes you to lose weight and have been running and boxing, I keep gaining weight. I have managed to lose 5 lbs, but I gained it back immediately. My boyfriend says he didn’t feel the IUD sting when we ha ...
- If a woman becomes pregnant, should her IUD be removed? #509/10
My sister is 9 weeks pregnant, but her IUD is still in place. Souldl she have it removed or keep it? What will happen to her pregnancy if she keeps it in place? 1. If the strings of your sister's IUD are still present at the opening of her cervix, her IUD should be removed now before thos ...
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