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Can Copper IUD Lead To Back Pain?
Hello, I had a baby 3 months ago and had a copper IUD put in a month ago. About 2 - 3 weeks ago I started getting aches in my lower back, spotting and increased discharge, and when I felt for the strings last Saturday, I realised I could not feel them. I went to King Georges A & E in Ilford, was examined and they confirmed they could not see it, and sent me to Queens hospital. There strangely enough I was examined and they found it, and took it out as I asked. Well I thought that by having it removed it would be the end of my symptoms, but I still have lower back pain although it is more at the base of my spine, and a few twinges around my pelvic area. I had a urine test at the hospital which was clear, and she also took a swab when she removed the coil. I have also suffered painful legs since my pregnancy but they now seem worse? I am not sure if this is linked. Please help it would be much appreciated. Angeline
Wed, 16 Jul 2014
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1.Yes the Copper T may cause the similar symptoms like back pain.
2.But in your case, it has been removed some time ago, still pain persist.
3.I would start with a basic exercise and lying on the flat surface should relive general back pain. If not then.
4.I would ask for a Ultrasound abdomen to rule out intra abdominal causes which cause back pain.
5. If could not find anything then an MRI spine will be the last option.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
1.Yes the Copper T may cause the similar symptoms like back pain.
2.But in your case, it has been removed some time ago, still pain persist.
3.I would start with a basic exercise and lying on the flat surface should relive general back pain. If not then.
4.I would ask for a Ultrasound abdomen to rule out intra abdominal causes which cause back pain.
5. If could not find anything then an MRI spine will be the last option.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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