Contraception Reviews

Lowdown63860

Joined at January 2024

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18th Jan 24
Mirena IUD

Everyone will have a different experience, however from my personal experience, I have had the IUD twice, and both times insertion was very painful. With that being said it was over relatively quick and in the long run I can say with 100% certainty it was worth it since I can now have a worry-free reliable birth control. Knowing ahead of time that pain is a possibility during insertion can help you take steps to reduce it/ possibly take away some of the fear that comes with uncertainty. Additionally, I have stopped bleeding/ having regular periods, however I still have period symptoms around the same time each month, so cramps, acne, back pain, and tender breasts for a couple days. I hope that was helpful!

 

Time used

18 months - 3 years

Still using

Impact whilst using

Mood

No change

Skin

No change

Sex drive

No change

Weight

No change

Bleeds

Stopped

Other side effects whilst using
 Lower back pain
 Tender breasts
 Period like cramps
Experiences coming off Mirena IUD

No experience provided

Impact after using

Mood

Don't know

Skin

Don't know

Sex drive

Don't know

Weight

Don't know

Cycle return to normal

18 months - 3 years

Other side effects after using

No side effects provided

Helpful?