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Abby Akana

Abby Akana, RN, provides procedural support and patient consultations at a reproductive health clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Working alongside clinicians, she assists with hundreds of intrauterine device insertions each year and manages patient follow-up calls regarding symptoms and recovery. Akana worked as a clinic staff nurse directing contraceptive procedural care after receiving a bachelor of science in nursing. She also helps chaperone local youth camping trips on weekends.

What Happens If You Leave Your IUD in Longer Than 5 Years?Reproductive
Why Am I Bleeding on the Mini Pill?Reproductive
How to Avoid the Mirena Crash: Preparation & Recovery Hormones
How to Stop Mirena Spotting and Irregular Bleeding Reproductive
Why No Pain Medication for IUD Insertion?Reproductive
Why Does My IUD Hurt? Causes & When to See a Doctor Reproductive
How Much Bleeding Is Normal After IUD Removal?Reproductive
How Long Does IUD Spotting Last & What Is Normal?Reproductive
Is My IUD Causing Bacterial Vaginosis?Reproductive
Can an IUD Cause Back Pain? And What to Know Reproductive
Is It Normal to Have Blood Clots After IUD Removal?Reproductive
Where Does the IUD Sit and How Is It Placed?Reproductive
Can an IUD Cause Bladder Problems?Gut & Kidney
What to Expect and Do After Nexplanon Removal Drugs
If Your Birth Control Implant Expires, Can You Get Pregnant?Reproductive
What Happens if an IUD Is Embedded in the Uterus?Reproductive
Why Does My Nexplanon Hurt? Causes & When to Worry Reproductive
Can Sex Knock Your IUD Out of Place?Reproductive
When to Insert Misoprostol for an IUD Drugs
Does an IUD Affect Your Sex Drive?Reproductive
Can You Be Allergic to a Copper IUD?Reproductive
Is Getting an IUD Considered Surgery?Procedures
Can an IUD Cause a Burning Sensation?Reproductive
I Can Feel My IUD in My Uterus: What Should I Do?Reproductive
Does a Copper IUD Increase Your Risk of Cancer?Cancer
Is My IUD Making Me Crazy? Mood Changes Explained Mental Health
Why Am I Bleeding Heavy After IUD Removal?Reproductive
How Long Will I Bleed After Paragard IUD Insertion?Reproductive
Can an IUD Cause Hair Loss? What to Know Skin & Hair
Is It Normal to Have Blood Clots After IUD Insertion?Reproductive