IUD Question

[hufflepug]

So, I had Kyleena placed about two months ago (2/23). I've had a non-stop period since 3/6. The provider won't do a placement check if I'm actively bleeding, so that's a no go. I guess I'm wondering if anyone else has had experience with this. My experience here is a little clouded bc the provider hugged me and apologized for hurting me after she did the placement, and now basically won't see me. Is this normal (not the provider thing, I know that's weird as shit) or should I be concerned?

[joy]

That one has progesterone, right? Progesterone-only bcp made me bleed all. the. time. Is it spotting or a heavy flow? Are you in pain?

[Minerva]

Did your provider explain why she wouldn’t do a check if you were bleeding? Is there a medical reason for her stance? I would be concerned in your situation.

[hufflepug]

Not consistently in pain, but cramping that feels more like contractions that I have to breathe through fairly frequently.

It does have progesterone.

No reason for it specifically just that she won't do it.

[hufflepug]

Also, the bleeding ebbs and flows, but I've required a pad constantly since 3/6

[joy]

I can’t speak to the pain, but this is what progesterone-only bcp did to me: ebb and flow bleeding all month long. It sucked. I bailed on it eventually.

You may even out over time.
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The pain troubles me, though. I’d contact again and ask what level of pain is normal.

[cribs]

I would go see another doctor.

eta After her weird behavior I think it's time to see a new one

[microworm]

The placement check is an ultrasound, so I'm not sure why bleeding would matter. Maybe the bleeding means that it could shift more, rendering the check useless? I would ask why.

[spicysalmonroll]

I got mine checked just out of paranoia of movement, not even pain/ bleeding and they scheduled me in no problem. So I'm in favor of a new doc for you.
Sorry, mine is Mirena so I don't know how those products differ but I had spotting for a good month or two.

ETA: my check was not an ultrasound

[addymac]

I’ve had several IUDs and the bleeding isn’t out of the ordinary, it’s still pretty recent if an insertion in terms of the bleeding but the pain concerns me. I don’t think you should be having pain you have to breathe through. I’m on my 4th IUD and apart from insertion pain for a day or two I’ve never had to deal with constant contraction like pain like what you’re describing. I would insist on a placement check. I’m sorry you’re dealing with this. And if this dr won’t do it then find another one.

[pobre]

Apr 19, 2018 11:51:42 GMT -6 addymac said:

I’ve had several IUDs and the bleeding isn’t out of the ordinary, it’s still pretty recent if an insertion in terms of the bleeding but the pain concerns me. I don’t think you should be having pain you have to breathe through. I’m on my 4th IUD and apart from insertion pain for a day or two I’ve never had to deal with constant contraction like pain like what you’re describing. I would insist on a placement check. I’m sorry you’re dealing with this. And if this dr won’t do it then find another one.

This. But with a different doctor.

Follow up placement checks should be standard practice IMO.

[spicysalmonroll]

Apr 19, 2018 12:01:41 GMT -6 pobre said:

Apr 19, 2018 11:51:42 GMT -6 addymac said:

I’ve had several IUDs and the bleeding isn’t out of the ordinary, it’s still pretty recent if an insertion in terms of the bleeding but the pain concerns me. I don’t think you should be having pain you have to breathe through. I’m on my 4th IUD and apart from insertion pain for a day or two I’ve never had to deal with constant contraction like pain like what you’re describing. I would insist on a placement check. I’m sorry you’re dealing with this. And if this dr won’t do it then find another one.

This. But with a different doctor.

Follow up placement checks should be standard practice IMO.

Actually now that I think of it, they did schedule me for a placement check 6 weeks after insertion. So, that plus the time I was paranoid it's been checked twice in 15 months. OP harass them for a check or go elsewhere.

[silverspoon]

I had bleeding/spotting and cramping for almost 3 months after insertion. I would think it's gone and then, nope, back again.

My doc had me come back at 6 weeks to check placement. I think you need to call and ask for an appointment.

[kmkd]

My doctor preferred doing placement - under ultrasound guidance - while I had my period. So I can’t think of a good reason for the provider not to see you because of bleeding.
Time for a new doctor.

[marygracerich]

I am on my second iud. The first I had bleeding and spotting on and off for 12 weeks. I have had this one for 6 weeks and so far it’s the same. After that I only spotted once a month for three days. Your Dr should absolutely give you a placement check ultrasound.

[cmb]

I’m on my third IUD- with the first one (pre-baby) my cramps were like you described every single period. I almost blacked out with pain the week after insertion a few times. It wasn’t pleasant, but got better after the first week and eventually became period only ridiculous cramping.

Granted, I do the non hormone ones so some salt is needed

[hufflepug]

Thanks for the advice, everyone. I'm going to call and push the follow up issue and if this practice won't do it, I'll call the midwife who delivered DD and I know she'll do it. It would mean a long ass drive, but worth it for the peace of mind.

[nymama917]

The bleeding seems normal but the pain does not. Absolutely get it checked. I had a ton of pain and my doctor sort of brushed it off as normal but when I insisted she did a check and there was an issue. My check was just her looking feeling for it then she sent me for an internal ultrasound.