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Hormonal Iud

Intrauterine device (IUD) that contain the hormone Levonorgestrel is called hormonal IUD. It is used as birth control, to prevent heavy menstrual bleeding and thickening of the uterine lining.

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My sister has a hormonal imbalance. Will Copper-T help?

Query: Hello doctor, My sister was experiencing irregular periods and sometimes bleeding was heavy during the menstrual period. We consulted a gynecologist. She suggested taking pelvis scan where they observed that endometrium line became thick. They informed that it was due to hormonal imbalance. Later we...  Read Full »


Dr. Vidya Muralidhar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not think the doctor has advised copper-T. I think she would have advised intrauterine hormonal device called LNG (Levonorgestrel) which contains hormone progesterone. It will regularise the cycles and control heavy flow and need not take oral medicines. It is u...  Read Full »

I am an 18-year-old female experiencing delayed periods after inserting a Mirena IUD. Should I be concerned?

Query: Hi doctor,I am an 18-year-old female, 5 feet 3 inches tall, and weigh around 155 pounds. I had my Mirena IUD inserted 6 months back. I had my period a week after insertion, bled for two weeks, and then nothing. I have not had a period since then. I have experienced some period symptoms on and off si...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi,I am delighted to welcome you at icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concern. How are you doing? I feel you haven't been well-counseled before the Mirena insertion. Let me provide you with some facts. Mirena is a Levonorgestrel-containing intrauterine device that releases hormones c...  Read Full »

How long does it take to get pregnant after removing Minerva's IUD?

Query: Hi doctor, I am having my Mirena IUD removed today. I have had regular cycles the entire five years of having it. How soon can I conceive?  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Mirena is a Levonorgestrel intrauterine device (IUD).The levels in uterus locally and in blood is supplied on a daily basis. So if you have it removed today, you should be getting your periods within a few days, the withdrawal bleeding. You can conceive in the next cycle...  Read Full »

Will using an IUD reduces sex drive?

Query: Hi doctor,I have had a low sex drive for a year already, and I do not know why, but I need help. I have had an IUD Mirena for two years now. Can that be the cause? If I were to take it out, would that change anything?  Read Full »


Dr. Purushottam Sah

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It may be due to the hormones in the IUD (intrauterine device). You may get better sometime after removal. It may also be due to stress and anxiety, so relax and do exercise and you will be fine. If you do not get better after a month, then to exclude other cause, you nee...  Read Full »

Should I stop taking contraceptive pills now or finish my pills?

Query: Hi doctor, I asked a question to you this morning. You advised me not to take contraceptive pills since I have the DIU MIRENA. But I have another question. You are right, I have been feeling my body temperature too high, and my last period almosts last seven days. Here is my question: There are five...  Read Full »


Dr. Neha Rathod

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is better to take the leftover pills for this time and then avoid taking any pill until you have Mirena (contraceptive pill). Take care.   Read Full »

Is using two contraceptive methods dangerous for my health?

Query: Hi doctor, I use two contraceptive methods. I have the DIU (Mirena and also take pills (Primabella). I have some questions. Is it true that both methods combined are dangerous for my health? Can I get pregnant easier because one method annuls the other? Yesterday, I vomited four hours after I took t...  Read Full »


Dr. Neha Rathod

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Mirena is a great contraceptive and will not require any other supplement. Kindly avoid taking the pill. These symptoms could be because of hormonal changes. Both the medication will cause hormonal fluctuations. So, please take a call. Do not take any medication furt...  Read Full »

What are the treatment options for adenomyosis?

Query: Hi doctor, My wife has been diagnosed with adenomyosis. What should we do next?  Read Full »


Dr. Neha Rathod

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The best treatment for adenomyosis and endometriosis, is hormonal therapy or a hormonal IUD (intrauterine device). Also, if you are planning for pregnancy, then plan for it immediately. As time passes by the problem may increase and interfere with the fertility. So, it ...  Read Full »

I have abnormal vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, and bloating. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have a hormonal IUD, and I am experiencing abnormal bleeding, abdominal pain, and bloating. I had an abdominal and transvaginal ultrasound today and attached my reports. Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Ismail Mikdat Kabakus

Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Uploaded files contain images from your abdomen and pelvic ultrasound (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). There is a small, simple ovarian cyst of size 2.5 cm, which is normal up to 5 cm. There is also a small amount of free pelvic fluid, which can be...  Read Full »

Can a woman's intimate life get affected with an IUD?

Query: Hi doctor,How having an IUD can potentially change or affect intercourse for a woman? What are the ways a woman's intimate life may change with an IUD such as certain position hurt more, etc., and why? I would like you to touch on the differences between hormonal and non-hormonal IUDs. How they impa...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. IUD or intrauterine devices result in effective contraception for long. The IUDs are an active, cheap and safe method of contraception. Most of the IUDs release a small quantity of hormones daily and provide effective contraception. In general presence of IUD does n...  Read Full »

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