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What Causes Light Brown Vaginal Discharge Inspite Of Having Mirena?

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Posted on Wed, 7 May 2014
Question: I have the Mirena and have had it almost a year now. A few months ago I noticed I have dark brown and light brown (almost sand color like) discharge almost every day. Is this normal?
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Answered by Dr. Praveen (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: Suspect bleeding.Manage conservatively Detailed Answer: Hi.Thanks for giving an opportunity to address your query. According to me this is suggestive of bleeding- a possible side effect of mirena. It doesn't happen commonly, but I will be concerned if this is a prolonged and irregular bleeding. I would advise ultrasound abdomen and pelvis to ensure it is in the right place. Sometimes a short course of birth control pills or some supplemental estrogen can stabilize the bleeding if mirena displacement is ruled out. Hope this answers your query.
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What Causes Light Brown Vaginal Discharge Inspite Of Having Mirena?

Brief Answer: Suspect bleeding.Manage conservatively Detailed Answer: Hi.Thanks for giving an opportunity to address your query. According to me this is suggestive of bleeding- a possible side effect of mirena. It doesn't happen commonly, but I will be concerned if this is a prolonged and irregular bleeding. I would advise ultrasound abdomen and pelvis to ensure it is in the right place. Sometimes a short course of birth control pills or some supplemental estrogen can stabilize the bleeding if mirena displacement is ruled out. Hope this answers your query.