Mirena coil and decreased sex drive

How our community feel mirena coil has affected their sex drive

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

No change

45%

Don't know

17%

Out of the 563 reviews for mirena coil, 161 people (29%) reported decreased sex drive.

Reviewers that reported decreased sex drive as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Used for 12 - 18 mo
24 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  2 weeks ago

Had the coil for just over a year and bled daily (although only light). Only had a few days a month not bleeding

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Somewhat negative mood

1 more effect

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Used for 3 - 5 yr
28 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  3 weeks ago

Generally the Mirena has been great. Only noticed most of the side effects after 4 years having it in - and they’re still very manageable.


Decreased sex drive

1 more effect

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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
24 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  1 month ago

I feel like myself, which I cannot say for other forms of BC I’ve used. The weight gain may have more to do with some lifestyle changes, but I enjoy the way my body look regardless. I was able to collaborate with my doctor to find suppositories to help with the dryness during sex and that in turn has helped with my libido. I cannot imagine using another form of birth control.


Improved skin

2 more effects

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Mirena coil common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

60% of mirena coil reviewers reported period like cramps

41% of mirena coil reviewers reported tender breasts

40% of mirena coil reviewers reported vaginal discharge

30% of mirena coil reviewers reported lower back pain

24% of mirena coil reviewers reported breast enlargement


Possible mirena coil side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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