IUD Removal Problems

No experience, just my sympathies and two items I personally would insist on: ask for a referral to a gynecoligist who is experienced with IUD's - hard to believe, but not all of them are and actually many primary or ER physicians have no training in placing or removing one at ALL.
Ask for an ultrasound and have any further attempts to remove it under ultrasound guidance.

I have a Mirena IUD so I did some extensive research before getting it - unfortunately embedding in the uterine wall is a possible complication, though uncommon.
Make sure the GYN knows about your plans for a pregnancy and discuss any possible implication.

Good luck.

I had an IUD put in after my second child. After three days of non stop cramping I went back to the doctor to find out that it was lodged in the side of my uterus. My uterus is apparently "tipped" the wrong way. With the help of a good gynecologist and ultrasound he sucessfully removed it. The part that you want to know is that I had a third child with no problems. I hope you have as good experience as I did. Good luck.

Ditto Ina, especially about having it removed with a ultrasound seeing what is up, and having a Doc who is familiar with IUDs... (Except that I've had the Paraguard for 7+ years now)

A friend of mine also tried to get hers removed about a week before her period was to start, and had the same problem. When she went in after her period it just slid right out. Her doc thought that what had happened was that the lining of the wall had latched onto the IUD, and once it shed (menses), the IUD was free again.

My mom is a retired Nurse Practitioner who specialized in womens health/family planning. I remember being a young teen and her talking about IUD removal. I was grossed out because she was telling the person (not a patient) that she had to remove IUD's during periods. (At about 13/14 yrs old I couldn't imagine having an exam during menses.) I would also make sure the doctor/practitioner you go to is experienced in IUD's. My mom was a stickler with classes and workshops to keep her knowledge current. As far as the spotting that is probably normal since it was touched and "tugged". I agree with calling around to find a gyn/practitioner who is experienced and can get you in right away to discuss your concerns and removal. Good luck.

"If the IUD adheres to the uterine wall, it may not protect you against pregnancy and may need surgical removal."

http://www.livestrong.com/article/27767-mirena-iud/

"Over time, an IUD may become embedded in the uterine wall. An embedded IUD is still effective, but it can be painful and may need to be removed. There is a risk of surgery and/or sterility if an IUD becomes embedded."

http://www.birth-control-comparison.info/iudinfo.htm