Mirena + birth control pills?

[kinomaniac87.livejournal.com]

I've had a Mirena for almost two years now. I recently developed a few health issues for which my doctor put me on birth control pills (Microgestin Fe 1.5/30). She did this without removing the IUD, for reasons I won't go into here 'cause then I'd be writing y'all a novel.

Anyway, I forgot to ask her what this means for my chances of pregnancy prevention. Will these two things work together or no? I'm freaking out a little because I know that one of the main ways Mirena works is by thinning uterine lining to prevent implantation, and the birth control pills stop that from happening. I know that as long as I follow the directions I shouldn't ovulate while on the pills, but supposing that did happen, then what?

Comments

[nickelshoe.livejournal.com]

It doesn't have to be exact, as long as you're within a few hours. Or if you want something that won't interfere with the IUD, maybe something progestin-only, like Cerazette? Or of course, you could choose to back up with barrier or behavioral methods like condoms or withdrawal, if those are options for you.

Definitely discuss with your doctor, as I am no expert.