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Copper coil advice

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jammiedodgerfriday · 02/09/2026 14:23

I would appreciate anyone else’s advice if you have ever had the copper coil fitted.

I had mine fitted almost a year ago. My periods were heavier to begin with but they have a calmed down a lot.

The only thing I am noticing is I experience spotting 3 or 4 times a month, only for an hour or so and I only ever notice it when I wipe after going to the loo.
Has anyone else had this and is it just a normal side effect of the copper IUD?

I don’t really want to change to anything else as apart from this it’s brilliant.

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BewareOfTheFakes · 02/09/2026 14:25

Had a copper coil for 14 years now. Spotting in the middle of the month happens occasionally and I’ve never worried about it.

jammiedodgerfriday · 02/09/2026 14:29

Okay, thank you, this has reassured me greatly.

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