Today, I have peace of mind that I am not pregnant, thanks to my IUD. It's not because of the effectiveness of the contraceptive, but my inability to touch my boyfriend. I haven't stopped bleeding since my doctor installed it 3 weeks ago. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I realized that my wife is on her 3rd month using an IUD. The side effect is nonstop bleeding. I haven't had sex with her since she got it. I'd say this contraceptive is working perfectly. FML
Today, I found out that I'm pregnant. I had an IUD put in two years ago that's supposed to prevent pregnancy. To put it in perspective, less than 1% of people using this IUD get pregnant. Lucky me. FML
Today, I went into a gynecology appointment to find out my IUD had apparently fallen out without me knowing. What tipped me off? My pregnancy test. FML
Today, I’ve had an irregular period my whole life. I was on birth control and took out my IUD in January. I’ve had my period ever since. It’s going on 5 months now. FML
Today, thanks to a new form of birth control, I've now been having my period non-stop for six weeks. FML
Today, I found out that after using several types of birth control, and being paranoid about pregnancy, I've been infertile for years. FML
Today, I figured out how my birth control works. If you're on your period for four months straight you can't have sex, so you won't be pregnant. FML
Today, I finally had my doctor's appointment to get my tubes tied. I've been waiting for 2 years. Instead, I found out that my birth control failed and I'm pregnant. FML
Today, I had the contraceptive implant removed from my arm after having had it in for three years. I was one of the unlucky people whose body sticks to it. It took half an hour to cut and pull a tiny little stick out of my arm. FML
Today, after my wife and I have been trying for a baby for 2 years, I found out she's still on the pill. Apparently when she was a teen she had bad period cramps, so her doctor gave her the pill for the pain. She never realized it stops pregnancy. FML
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num1piglover 13
Have you told your doctor? You probably should if you haven't, that doesn't seem normal.
Mrst0530 10
I've had that happen to me. Was on my period for like 2 months. Had them take it out and it ended a week later
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jjmeow 10
<p>Also, to the concerned people in the comments, bleeding for a while after getting your IUD in is <strong>totally</strong> normal, especially in the first few weeks (though it can several months). There's really no reason to talk to their doctor about the bleeding unless it's continuously heavy, or if it's bothersome enough to warrant the IUD's removal. If it's neither of those, then I'd suggest stocking up on iron supplements and investing in a red towel. </p>
kristinjeaneen 21
I'm pretty terrified now. On Monday I'm not getting the IUD, but Nexplanon put in. I'm sorry OP. I know my friend had to go on a birth control pill for a few months while the IUD was in to stop the bleeding. I really hope this doesn't happen to me.
tido26 18
I've had the ParaGard IUD for about 4 years. I never had any excess bleeding. Spotting is normal, but I've never dealt with that either. The IUD you're talking about releases hormones so there is a bigger chance of bleeding and side effects. Personally, that's why I went with the ParaGard, it lasts about 10 years and no hormones . Regardless of what you get, if you are worried about something don't hesitate to call your doctor. If you're worried about something let them know and they will tell
never_three 21
It shouldn't. I was on nexplanon for over a year. Only had it removed because my body started reacting badly to it
ShotaSammy 17
It's gotta suck being that small percentage that has issues with them :/
tallulahblu 0
That's actually normal. I have an IUD as well and you can experience bleeding and cramps for up to 5-6 weeks after the IUD is put in. If it's extreme cramps and heavy bleeding to the point you're going through 6 overnight pads a day, THAT'S when you want to contact your doctor. I'm surprised they didn't go over that with you before you left. It's standard practice and a requirement for health practitioners to inform patients of those kind of things. They have to get an acknowledgment from the pa
missyme727 9
Mine did that too! Then it would stop for a week, then start again. It did that for a couple months and I had horrible pain. I still get pretty awful cramps, but the bleeding is regular now. I wouldn't have them take it out just yet. Taking it out hurts almost as bad as having it put in, so I'd give it a bit longer. If you still have a lot of issues then consider taking it out. Good luck girl! I hope it gets better!
Ellenness 5
<p>It's only a real problem if you're bleeding really heavily! Have you got the Mirena hormonal one? I was told by my doctor that I'd at least spot for 6 weeks, which was what happened to the day, and I've been totally period-free since! Best decision of my life. It was a bit of a pain but definitely worth sticking it out :) </p>
jeanniecm1984 17
Yeah I bled for three weeks when I first got mine. It had almost stopped but started again after intercourse and then I started my cycle. I feel your pain.
Ann_theman19400 18
<p>I got one of those last December and I was in crippling pain and what was a normal period for me on and off for two months. But things regulate and even out. Keep with it because I love my IUD!</p>
Ann_theman19400 18
<p>I got one of those last December and I was in crippling pain and what was a normal period for me on and off for two months. But things regulate and even out. Keep with it because I love my IUD!</p>
Sarah Welch 2
<p>That's common. Mine went for almost 3 months. You just need to wait it out a bit. Honestly its worth the time of bleeding for nearly 5 years of no period and no worries of getting pregnant. </p>