scott_lass

I have the coil ,it waz a five year coil (marina coil) anyway i have a year b4 it iz due 2 get replaced and woz wondering how esay it would be 2 go to my docs and ask if i can have it replaced with a new 5 year one again.I am a bit worried that they might not have this one in oz and it took along time 2 find sumthing that worked 4 me. Has any one came up with the same probs

iPom

Get it replaced before you come out here. Yes, they have it out here but it will be free to replace in the UK and you'll have to pay for it here, I think.

scott_lass

thanx thatz that sorted

Rosie Cheeks

In Australia it costs about $23.00 for the prescription of a Mirena IUD and whatever the doctor charges for insertion. Usually a Gynae Specialist would do this. They have been available in Australia for many years, but have only recently been available on a subsidised prescription (within the last 3-4 years)
You will receive a rebate from medicare for the consultation (if you are able to claim from medicare, this depends on your status in Australia). An eight week check is advised as follow up, and it is wise to have a transvaginal ultrasound to check the position at this time. Not all Gynae Specialists have ultrasound equipment, so not all will offer this at follow up. But follow up is important regardless.

You need a referral from a GP in order to claim a rebate from medicare for the specialist appointments.

So, in view of all this, you might be better to organise it through your UK GP before you come to Australia. But they are offered here so you if you don't find the time before you leave, don't worry, as you can easily have it replaced in Australia.

So cost is involved here
1) GP consult for referral to specialist (+- a prescription)
2) Prescription charges
3) Initial specialist consult for prescription, removal of current Mirena and insertion of new one
4) Follow up consult (+- ultrasound)

scott_lass

Thanx rosie cheeks that really helps.Think i will sort it out b4 i go,then its jist one last thing 2 worrie about.But it iz peace ov mind 2 know that it can also be done over there. xx