I got Mirena inserted about a year ago, however last month I could not feel the string and now I am pregnant. The ultrasound did not find the Mirena IUD but confirmed early pregnancy & fibroid. What are my risk if Mirena is still floating around in me?

Submitted by Kindgirl Thu 04/01/2010

If the string is missing and

Submitted by Monnica on Tue, 04/20/2010 - 3:55am.

If the string is missing and they didn't see the IUD on the ultrasound, then the device was rejected by your body before the pregnancy. It would be very unlikely that it could "float around" inside you.
It is a good thing that the IUD is no longer there, because the IUD plus pregnancy can be very dangerous for you and your baby.

Now, here is something that I find a bit deceptive - when doctors tell women the failure rates for the IUD, they don't include people like you (whose IUD was expelled) in those rates. That makes it seem like the IUD is much more effective than it really is. The truth is that the IUD can fail, just like any other method.

Best of luck,
Dr. Williams

—

Monnica Williams, Ph.D.
Sex Education Advisor. www.MonnicaWilliams.com.

STD Facts and Photos: www.STDsInColor.com.
Free Pregnancy Testing Centers: 800-395-HELP.

Hi

Submitted by 85 on Fri, 08/20/2010 - 9:54pm.

Hi

Hi

Submitted by 15 on Wed, 08/25/2010 - 7:42pm.

Hi

Hi

Submitted by Sammygirl on Wed, 11/10/2010 - 9:48pm.

Hi

 
 

Sponsored Links

Related Articles

  • article thumbnail
    Mirena vs Paragard
    When looking at the Mirena vs Paragard there is, only one difference between the two IUDs one has hormones that are slowly secreted through out the monthly cycle and the other…
  • article thumbnail
    Different Kinds of Contraceptives
    There are several kinds of contraceptives in this article; we are going to look at a few of the lesser-known kinds of contraceptives. By lesser know I mean we will be skipping…
  • article thumbnail
    Non Hormonal Contraceptives
    Non hormonal contraceptives come in the form of barrier methods and a copper IUD. These types of contraceptives are important because some women do not tolerate hormonal contr…
 

Support Groups

SupportGroups.com

For individuals, friends and families who are need to connect during life's challenging times. Share personal experiences, evaluate information and get support in a confidential, caring environment.

Online Support Groups

 

 
disclaimer

The information provided on Contracept.org is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and his/her health professional. This information is solely for informational purposes and does not constitute the practice of medicine. We encourage all visitors to see a licensed physician or nutritionist if they have any concerns regarding health issues related to diet, personal image and any other topics discussed on this site. Neither the owners or employees of Contracept.org nor the author(s) of site content take responsibility for any possible consequences from any treatment, procedure, exercise, dietary modification, action or application of medication which results from reading this site. Always speak with your primary health care provider before engaging in any form of self treatment. Please see our Legal Statement for further information.

randomness