Menstration after IUD removal

[khawkins]

I had my IUD (Mirena) put in on March 2nd, 2010 and had it removed February 14th, 2012.  When it was removed I spotted for a day, which my Dr. said would happen.  About a week later I had what I thought was my menstrual cycle that lasted for about 3 days, my periods have always been light and VERY unregular.  Now again yesterday, I started to bleed again, although this time it is so heavy I will go through a tampon every 2-3 hours.  I am sure that if I sat on the toilet, I would drip like a faucet not completely turned off.  Is this normal and when should my menstrual cycle regulate itself as me and my husband would like to add to our family and have another baby?  Has anyone else ever had this happen to them?

[khawkins]

Thank you so much for your reply.  

My bleeding has seemed to stop, i believe that it was just my first actual period after the IUD removal.  As of right now, me and my husband are trying to concieve!!  

thanks again!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Heavy bleeding is a side effect of Mirena removal which is caused due to hormonal imbalance. To decrease bleeding you can get prescribed Tranexemic acid from your doctor or progestogen to stop bleeding. This bleeding should become more regular by 3 months of Mirena removal.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.