I was just wondering how you would know if your IUD was not in place or if you got pregnant while having one in. The reason i ask is because I have one in and the last few days I cannot find the strings. Its like they disappeared...is it possible that they just moved up a little bit but the device is still in place. Also I just stopped breastfeeding so I havent had a period in over 9 months but since I have had the device in, the past 2 months, I have had light bleeding but since I stopped breast feeding I am bleeding a little more(daily) and having cramps, I am just wondering since it is so hard to determine weather I am having a period or now how will I be able to tell if I am pregnant?? What are the chances of getting pregnant. I am worried the IUD is not in place but if it wasnt could I be able to tell??????
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I had the Mirena IUD for about 9 months before I had it removed.  Mine did not actually fit - supposedly my uterus is too shallow.  Often times I could only find one of the two strings, but I never did really "look" for them after the first week.  TRUST ME, if the IUD was out of place, you would know!!!!  Feels like you are getting stabbed (mostly because you are)...  \nI never had a period either until after the IUD was removed.  My docs told me that many women will not get a period while they have one.  The chances of you getting pregnant with an IUD are very slim.  You will be able to take a home pregnancy test with accuracy if you are unsure.  Here is the link to the Mirena.  I'm not sure if that's the same one you got, but it tells you lots of good info.  Good Luck
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Its normal to have abnormal bleeding during the 1st year of the IUD. I had mine put in 4 wks post partum and breastfed 100% until my son was 1 year old. I can tell you I spotted more the 1st 3 months I was on the Mirena and then it stopped and now 3 yrs later I have no period and no spotting. The cramping might be due to the breastfeeding. Your uterus does contract while breastfeeding. Did you have it checked out after insertion to verify its positioning? If so I wouldn't really worry it may take anywhere from 3months to 1 year for your body to fully adjust to the IUD.\nCONGRATS on the baby and on Breastfeeding 100%!!!!!\nGood luck
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It is always, possible. Were you on birth control at least a few days before, and a few days after the possible conception?\n\nOften the only visible sign of a pregnancy is an interruption of a women's normal monthly menstruation cycle, (i.e. a "late period"). Did this occur? If so, do see a doctor, dont trust an at home pregnancy test.\n\nAnother possiblity is that an egg may become fertilized yet fail to become implanted in the uterus, thus you are feeling sympthoms of pregnancy, but your not yet able to identify it in a urine sample. With this possiblity I strongly suggest you see a doctor. IMDEDIATELY.
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I would go to the DR cause you could still be pregnant lots of woman have their period while they are pregnant. the reason you are bleeding so much could also have something to do with your birth control pill but if i were you i would go see a DR ASAP just in case there was something wrong
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Funny....I have been on the Nuvaring for 4 weeks now and just yesterday decided to take it out and try a different contraceptive.\n\nI had the same problem.  I could feel mine also.  My Dr told me to take a tampon applicator and push the ring up with that.  I tried that and it didnt work.  I tried pushing it up as far as I could with my own finger and still didnt work.  My husband and I had sex and when we finished it came out with him!  He said he felt like the game at the carnival with the pop bottle and the rings!  LOL  sorry had to throw that in....was too funny.\n\nAnyways, I also started to get other side effects.  Such as:\n\n*piercing headaches that Advil couldnt take away\n*sudden chills\n*emotional rollercoaster (like deppression)\n*pregnancy symptoms\n*nauseau\n*low low sex drive (which is unusual for me)\n*sharp chest pains\n\nIt was really really weried, because some of these side effects came at different times and I never put two and two together until I got on the intertnet and I started to research more on the Nuvaring.\n\nI found a helpful site where other ladies who have or who are using the ring have sent in messages to a message board.  \n\nOh yeah, and it also kept feeling like a baby kicking in my lower stomach area.  I also found out that it is another side effect.  Its called "foreign body sensation".  Weried, eh?  \n\nI was bummed because I really wanted the Nuvaring to work for me.\n\nI also read that if the ring keeps falling out and you can physical feel it when you wipe than you might have a prolapsed (drooped) uterus.  And they say you may have to try a different form of b.c.\n\nWell, good luck!
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there are really some instances when you thought you didn't get pregnant because your period came. my sister in law thought she wasn't pregnant too because her period came.  due to your general feeling others could really think your pregnant. but the best thing to know for sure if you are pregnant have your self get a urine test.
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My wife has the IUD that does NOT emit a hormone.  It's just up in there and has no side effects other than a little spotting every now and then.  It has been a GODSEND.
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~~Many women have periods throughout their pregnancy, however if it seems to be a normal period or heavier than normal, or if there is any cramping at all, to be on the safe side go see the Doctor.  if the doctor says everything is ok, it wasn't a wasted visit, you got peace of mind out of the visit.~~\n\ncongratulations to you both, and, to you Happy Father's day.  if you have power point on your computer please sign up for PowerPoint fun and view the power point below, it will open your eyes about your little bundle.  it's a very touching Father's day letter.  if you do not have power point and wish to view it, the link below the power point link is a stand alone viewer for power point presentations.  it's worth watching.
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Why do you think you are pregnant??? You had your period, so what is the cause for concern? what does putting you under have to do with getting pregnant???\n\nYes you would know by know, you arent pregnant.
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when was the last period?  might be pregnant?
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I have the Mirena.....I haven't had a problem with it.  I don't think it is possible for too much to be released.  The way it was explained to me was the hormone stay localized inside the uterus so I doubt much would happen.
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It could be a variety of reasons, but it is not normal and you definately want to contact your doctor.\n\nI know when I first became pregnant I would have menstrual cramps daily - which is strange. If you have been having unprotected sex - you may want to look into that. \n\nIt could also be your body adjusting to not being on birth control anymore.\n\nCall your doctor - better to be safe than sorry.
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I have an IUD, and I love it. If you have no religious or moral obligations, I suggest you talk with your OB/Gyn about this. You should be in a monogamous relationship, and ideally have had at least one child. I have no children, but I persuaded my doctor to let me have one anyway. It does hurt when they put it in, and you have cramping for about 24 hours. Then it's great. The IUDs that are used today do have a hormonal component that does prevent ovulation, in addition to preventing implantation.
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IUD's are still not recommended for people who've not had children, although there are some "authorities" who say its ok now.  Many (like Mirena) have hormones - similar to the pill - embedded in the plastic, so if you've had clotting disorders, this may not be the best choice.  The alternative is a copper IUD and this can cause a LOT of side effects.\n\nPersonally, I had an IUD inserted when my son was 3.  It was absolute HELL ON EARTH for 5 months - horrifying cramps, severe bleeding, irregular periods, and pain during sex/orgasm.  I eventually had to have it surgically removed because it perforated my uterus.  I cannot in any good conscience recommend it as a form of BC.\n\nIf you're looking for a different method besides condoms, talk to your doctor about Lea's Shield.  Its a barrier method that is inserted into the vaginal canal before intercourse (like a diaphragm) but the efficacy rate is supposed to be better, and it's a one size fits all device, so no fitting is necessary.  Its something to consider....
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It's normal to not have a period while you're nursing.  This is because you should not be fertile while you're nursing (although don't rely on that for birth control since there's a chance that you might be fertile).  Once you start weaning the baby, your period should return.  Most likely, you not having periods is because of breastfeeding, not because of the pill.
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ok first are you peeing blood?second did they give you anti-biotics to prevent infection? when i had mine put in they gave me anti-biotics to prevent infection and they also set me up with a follow up appointment 3-4 weeks later.some of what your saying does sound normal.i bleed for a few days after i had mine put in and i had cramping.from my experience i would say dont worry unless if you are in so much pain you cant take it.the thing is there is something new in your body and it will take some time for your body to adjust it.i had mine done in june of this year and im just starting to get used to it.so give it some time and make a follow up appointment.
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You may be pregnant. If you stopped taking the BC completely you can expect that you will have ovulated about two weeks after that. And since you had two normal periods there's a good chance you may have gotten pregnant. Discharge during the first few weeks is normal due to egg implantation. But you need to consider that you may also have an STD or other infection. You need to be seen by your OB!!! And STOP HAVING UNPROTECTED SEX!!!