Pap3a and spotting after removal of Mirena IUD

[Cendrillon]

Dear all

About three weeks ago I had my Mirena IUD removed after 3,5 years. The main reason for having the Mirena removed was that in the last months I started having more spotting. I was hoping the spotting would disappear after removal. During the removal the gyn did a pap smear. Unfortunately, I had pap 3a. No reason to panic because it will be repeated in 6 months. However, my spotting has not disappeared after removing the Mirena, but has become worse. I have it every day now. I also had a normal period last week, but the spotting continued. What could this be? Do I need to see a doctor or should I just wait a while to see if the spotting disappears?

[bluemuseart]

I have had the Mirena for almost 4 years. I have had light spotting once per month for about the last two years, but nothing bad. The past month I have had spotting every day and it has gotten heavier this week, more like a normal period. I called my doc last week and she said it sounded like it as normal for the Mirena, but I am still nervous because most other people seem to have the opposite experience, where their spotting gets lighter over time it seems. I had one abnormal pap last year, but when I was re-papped 6 months later it was normal. Let me know if you find out anything!

[AndiJ78]

I had a few instances of prolonged spotting after getting mine removed, generally after having sex. My first period after having it removed was lighter than usual (odd considering that it was so light with it in) and the spotting completely stopped within a few weeks of getting it out.

I don't really have any solid advice for you on this, I have always felt if you are concerned about something, talk with your doctor.

Good luck!
Andi