Spotting with IUD
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Spotting with IUD
| Sat, 04-01-2006 - 7:06pm |
I have the Paragard IUD. I have had it since December of last year. I had my period March 17 until March 23. Now I am spotting. I have been spotting since last Monday, March 27. It only happens for part of the day from like 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. Is this normal?
I have asked this question on the board before but forgot the answers that people wrote. Should I call my OBGYN? I am tired of the spotting. I thought my body would be used to the IUD by now. Even my hubby is getting concerned about the spotting.
Lisa

My doctor has suggested the IUD works partly by irritating the lining of the uterus. Throughout the course of the cycle, cells are sloughed off by the IUD, causing spotting. Anything which raises blood pressure, for example exercise or sex, will make bleeding more likely. He says it is nothing to worry about, and may or may not stop over time.
I've heard one concern that persistent irritation of the uterus may cause thinning of the walls of the uterus, and scarring, which could lead to sterility. My doctor doesn't think this is likely. If anyone else out there knows anything, please post.