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