Paraguard question- is this ok? (m)

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Registered: 12-23-2003
Paraguard question- is this ok? (m)
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Wed, 08-25-2004 - 4:53pm

Hi there- I have a question regarding the Paraguard copper IUD.

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Registered: 05-15-2004
Wed, 08-25-2004 - 6:58pm
I have the paragaurd as well but quite a different situation. My IUD was inserted during my period so no unusual bleeding. The paraguard isn't going to start making your period come since it has no hormones I don't think it can't stop or trigger ovulation. I am guessing that the bleeding you are getting is really nothing more than irregular bleeding that is common for the first few months using an IUD. If the bleeding doesn't stop then you might want to call your doctor just to be sure.

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Registered: 08-09-2004
Thu, 08-26-2004 - 12:20am
First let me say congratulations on the baby!

I had a copper iud put in on August 4th...Mine was put in during ovulation. Sorry if TMI. I spotted that day and then about two days later I had a full blown af. It was heavier than normal and about week too soon from when I was expecting it. It lasted a little bit longer than normal too. I have had some spotting since then. My midwife told me to expect very strange and irregular periods for the first few months till my body accepted the IUD being there. So I think you are probably fine, it is just your body trying to accept the IUD. Af may or may not come back after your body adjusts while you are still exclusively bf. If you have an questions about it I wouldn't hesitate to call your dr. Hope that helps!

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Registered: 12-23-2003
Thu, 08-26-2004 - 7:48am

Thanks so much to both of you.

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