Kurze Regelblutung nach IUD-Einsatz: Könnte es eine Schwangerschaft sein?

If you've had an IUD since October and now experience only few-day periods, take a pregnancy test. While IUDs are >99% effective, failure can happen.

Key Points

• Bleeding changes are common with IUDs: Hormonal IUDs (Mirena, Kyleena) often lighten/stop periods. Copper IUDs may initially increase flow.
• Post-coital bleeding can be from cervical irritation, polyps, or—rarely—pregnancy (implantation, ectopic).
• Pregnancy with IUD in place carries higher ectopic risk. Urgent evaluation needed if pregnant.

Action

1. Home pregnancy test (first morning urine).
2. If positive: contact provider immediately for ultrasound (rule out ectopic).
3. If negative: discuss bleeding pattern with provider; may be normal IUD effect.

Don't assume. Test.