Hartford’s Trusted Health Expertise
Meghan Killilea Galli, APRN, FNP-BC, is a Connecticut-based board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 5 years of experience in urology, women’s pelvic health, and primary care. She practices with Hartford HealthCare and Griffin Faculty Practice Plan and founded Health Gardeners to share reliable, evidence-based health information. Read More
Noticing bleeding after sex when you have an IUD—like Mirena—can feel worrying, but it’s often not a serious issue. Light spotting may be normal after insertion or during adjustment, while…
Need the correct medical billing codes for IUD insertion and removal? Below is a quick summary for CPT IUD insertion codes, CPT removal codes, the Mirena J code, J7298, and…
Can you work out after getting an IUD? Yes—but most providers recommend light movement for the first 24 hours. Your body needs time to adjust, and cramping or spotting can…
Curious what instruments doctors use for IUD insertion and removal? Understanding IUD tools can ease anxiety and help you feel confident before your appointment. This guide explains common IUD instruments,…
If you recently had a Kyleena IUD placed, you may have heard your clinician say: “Avoid sexual intercourse for 2 weeks after insertion.” And you’re probably wondering why you need…
When it comes to birth control, options today are better and more effective than ever. Still, unexpected situations happen — a condom breaks, you miss a birth control appointment, or…
Many women in Hartford choose the Mirena IUD for reliable birth control and lighter periods. But one of the most common questions patients ask is: “How long does it take…
By Dr. Meghan Killilea Galli, APRN, FNP-BC — Family Nurse Practitioner, Hartford, Connecticut. When I was a new nurse practitioner, one of my first patients was a woman in her…
Getting an intrauterine device (IUD) is one of the most effective ways to prevent pregnancy. But timing matters — especially if you’ve recently had unprotected sex. Many people wonder, what…
Experiencing unexpected changes after Mirena insertion or removal can be confusing. Some women report a collection of symptoms commonly called a Mirena crash. This term refers to hormonal fluctuations that…