Copper IUD and decreased sex drive
How our community feel copper IUD has affected their sex drive
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
No change
58%
Don't know
21%
Out of the 24 reviews for copper IUD, 3 people (13%) 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 1 - 3 mo
24 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 1 month ago
So, I’ve had this IUD placed twice. The first time, I had an expulsion and had no clue. Didn’t feel anything. Went for a follow up and she said it was hanging out, to my surprise. I have had it placed again and so far so good. No pain on insertion either time since my provider used Lidocaine. The only issue I find is that my sex drive basically disappears for some reason. Other than that, no complaints.
Decreased sex drive
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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
• 19th Mar 24
I've never used any forms of birth control before, so I don't know what to compare it to other than being normal and not on birth control. Insertion was uncomfortable but not very painful, and I had pain in my cervix and spotting for about a week afterward. My body adjusted very quickly and I had normally spaced periods right after. The most noticeable difference is that my period is lighter and longer. My sex drive noticeably decreased, and my emotions are dampened/numbed. I forget that I even have it 99% of the time, as I don't notice it in my daily life. If all you're looking for is plain and simple low-maintenance birth control, this is it.
Worse skin
1 more effect
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Used for 3 - 6 mo
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
• 28th Sep 23
I experienced a lot of common side effects of the IUD, it may have been caused by the fact that it was misplaced, and I didn't find out until I went in to get it removed. While I used it, it was an effective contraceptive, even with it being misplaced. I used it for almost six months, and the negative symptoms didn't alleviate at all throughout that time. I would recommend a provider who has a lot of knowledge about IUDs and who doesn't downplay pain before considering it, but it can be a great choice
Somewhat negative mood
1 more effect
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Copper IUD common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Period like cramps
71% of copper IUD reviewers reported period like cramps
Lower back pain
50% of copper IUD reviewers reported lower back pain
Vaginal discharge
42% of copper IUD reviewers reported vaginal discharge
Tender breasts
33% of copper IUD reviewers reported tender breasts
Migraines
29% of copper IUD reviewers reported migraines

