Levosert coil and irregular periods

How our community feel levosert coil has affected their periods

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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44%

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4%

Out of the 23 reviews for levosert coil, 4 people (17%) reported irregular periods.

Reviewers that reported irregular periods as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Used for 5 - 8 yr
24 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  9th Dec 23

When I first got my coil in August 2018, I was bleeding very very lightly/spotting for about 9 months after - bare in mind my natural period is 3 weeks heavy flow. Then I gradually got more time in between periods but still similar heaviness but only for half the time. I got my coil changed/renewed Sept 2023 as my natural period patter was returning. Since having the new coil, my periods are basically nonexistent, less intense pain and my boobs have grown by at least a 1/3!!! Very happy compared to the experience I had on the pill for 8 years prior to getting the coil.

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Somewhat positive mood

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Used for 1 - 3 mo
36 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  5th Jan 23

I have experienced unlikely side effects by loosing half of my hair in 2 months, itchy scalp, delayed period by 20 days and low iron level. Never was given a choice of coil by NHS doctor which coil I prefer during insertion appointment beforehand mentioning Mirena worn twice and had no issues at all. During coil taking out appointment I asked why Levosert has been inserted - apparently this is the cheaper option of Mirena. Often cheap means a loss of quality which I have experienced on my own health. Really disappointed in our health service!!! My hair loss has stopped in a week's time since removal of a coil. Ended up prescribed 3 months intake of an iron vitamin and taking a break from all hormonal coils.


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Used for 3 - 6 mo
Lowdown user
🇬🇧 UK
  •  11th Aug 21

Had this fitted just over 5 months ago. I blead continously for the 4 months, every day. Still experiencing bleeding, but not all the time now. I have no idea if I've had a period since having it fitted as the bleeding I've been experiencing acts like a period, however it does seem to be improving now. Unfortunately it has made my skin quite spotty, especially my face and back. 5 months on and i still am experiencing cramps, mainly in my right thigh/groin area, but it coincides with bleeding afterwards. On the plus side, I really have not experienced many headaches or weight gain!


Decreased sex drive

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Levosert coil common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

52% of levosert coil reviewers reported period like cramps

30% of levosert coil reviewers reported sweating more than usual

30% of levosert coil reviewers reported tender breasts

22% of levosert coil reviewers reported vaginal discharge

22% of levosert coil reviewers reported breast enlargement


Possible levosert coil side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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