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Positive result but mirena coil in situ

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SolitaA · 25/04/2021 09:09

Hi all please can I ask some advice... I have had pregnancy symptoms for a few weeks, weight gain, boobs feel bigger, sickness and then this week I've had a bleed which is absolutely the opposite of normal for me it's been like watery red if that helps (sorry tmi!!) and also getting pains in my left side this week, started Thursday. I already have 3 children and to be honest I would be delighted to have more, my oh and I were in talks about removing coil some point this year. I took a test this morning just because I had this feeling I was and I had one in and this was the result. The screen on the test is cracked, not sure that would affect its use but myself and OH believe we can see a line. How would you interpret this and do I need to seek advice with having coil in?? Anyone got stories of viable pregnancies with coil?

Thank you!!

Positive result but mirena coil in situ
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ThePlantsitter · 25/04/2021 09:32

Well, the bleeding and pain in the side could be symptoms which is why I'd get it checked out earlier if poss especially if more kids are on the cards for you. I'm not a doctor either and I'm certainly not trying to scare you though, it's very likely there is nothing wrong.

SolitaA · 25/04/2021 09:25

@dinosaurDiana as in after they'd birthed a healthy baby? 🤞🤞

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rainbowthoughts · 25/04/2021 09:24

I would wait this one out. Thinking logically you have no reason to suspect an ectopic pregnancy, no symptoms. Yes the risk is higher with a coil in place however I would probably make a routine appointment as there isn't any course of treatment you would need at this stage. GP will refer you to EPU.

I'm not a doctor though, this is just how I would do it.

ThePlantsitter · 25/04/2021 09:18

Yes I'm sorry to have to worry you but it's definitely a concern - but not a certainty! I hope it turns out well for you Flowers

DinosaurDiana · 25/04/2021 09:18

I used to be a midwife, and found umpteen coils embedded in placentas !
Do get advice regarding the pain and bleeding though.

SolitaA · 25/04/2021 09:16

Thanks. Aww I really hope it's not ectopic. I'm so worried about that 😓

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ThePlantsitter · 25/04/2021 09:13

I don't know so I would err on the side of caution and ring 111.

SolitaA · 25/04/2021 09:12

As in 111 today or wait for GP tomorrow?

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ThePlantsitter · 25/04/2021 09:10

You need to get medical advice ASAP. I believe the coil can make ectopic pregnancy much more likely. Fingers crossed for you.