Mirena-Questions:cramps, spotting & more

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Registered: 07-14-2002
Mirena-Questions:cramps, spotting & more
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Sat, 10-30-2004 - 1:15am
Hi!
I finally got my Mirena IUD about one week ago. I know that cramping and spotting is very normal in the first two weeks, spotting even longer.
However, my question is - what type of cramping is normal? During the first couple days, and every once in a while now, I get that dull achy, period-type cramping. That's normal for Mirena I assume. But lately, as in just a couple days ago

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Registered: 08-11-2004
Sat, 10-30-2004 - 11:36am
I had some cramping for maybe three days after I got my Mirena. If you're having severe sharp pains, that doesn't sound normal at all. I'd definitely call the doctor to ask about that.

I've noticed changes in discharge only when I'm ovulating, which I still seem to be doing with Mirena. Other than that, no real changes.

I would also be calling the doctor about the strings. There's no way they should be that long. They should maybe be an inch long at most. I don't see how you're supposed to manage for three more weeks if the doctor left them so long.

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Registered: 03-27-2003
Sat, 10-30-2004 - 8:08pm
Sometimes I can feel more of my strings at different times of the month-depending on the position of my cervix...But your dr can cut them shorter....Everything else you asked about sounded normal....I had some cramps that were pretty strong off and on after getting my mirena...