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I had the copper coil fitted for 5 months. I didn't want hormonal contraception after past experience so this seemed like a great option bar the warnings of 'heavier' periods. I had extreme cramps on fitting, following which the bleeding started. I bled extremely heavily for 3 weeks of each month during the time I had this coil. This made me feel extremely low and had a negative effect on my sex life. I reached breaking point and switched to the low hormone coil Jaydess, which has also caused me continuous breakthrough bleeding. I'm yet to find something workable for me, though am about to try Kyleena.

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I’ve never had bleeding this heavy, or period cramps this bad in my entire life. Cramps are so debilitating and I’m so glad this website exists so I can share my story. I’ve had it in for 14 months and I was told they should relax in the first 10 months. Getting an ultrasound to see if it’s migrated but I just can’t take this pain anymore!!!!!!!!!

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Obviously insertion isn't the best, but overall been ok. Would recommend to people who don't get on with hormones.


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I was very nervous about having a coil fitted from stories I had heard but it was absolutely fine. They used a numbing spray and it wasn't at all painful and was over very quick. 
I have had very heavy periods since fitting which I hope will settle down over the next few months. I had some on and off, minor back and womb cramps since fitting that dont last long. I am v pleased with this method and love being hormone free. My sex drive had greatly increased (compared to the pill).

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Periods are so much easier, lighter, shorter, with my second coil now they’ve almost stopped, just a bit of spotting. Putting it in was easy, fast, and only hurt very briefly. Afterwards normal period cramps for a couple hours, but nothing bad. Super happy with it, lowest dose of hormones, no pills, no forgetting, no problems with other meds (e.g. antibiotics etc). Would highly recommend

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Getting the coil fitted was one of the most painful experiences I have had. I only found out afterwards that you can ask for anaesthetic gel (it is not offered) which would probably help a lot. Take someone with you to drive you home as the cramps were so bad I was sick on the way home. After 12 hours of having the coil fitted the cramps we're gone and I couldn't feel a thing.

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I decided to try a different contraceptive method,  but I may go back to the IUD at some point in my life.

The fitting of the coil felt a bit strange, and I was definitely tender for a day or two down there, but it calmed down very quickly. I had it done on my period. I had a tiny spot in my undies about 2 weeks later, but no other bleeding outside of my cycle. My first period after fitting was a bit heavier, and so I was trying to use my menstrual cup, and unfortunately managed to pull my IUD out. I think the strings got trapped between my fingers as I squeezed the cup to take it out. It didn't hurt, I could only feel a slight pinch, which told me that something happened. I would maybe advise against getting an IUD if you want to continue using a menstrual cup (which I wasn't willing to part with, as I fond it was my best friend for period worries).

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Spotting for at least a week before my period

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First one fell out and I loved it so much I got another one which then I got pregnant on after it veered to the side 

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I'm 10 months in. First 6 months were unpleasant, excruciating waves of pain throughout the month. Pain is now limited to periods and ovulation. Discharge has increased quite dramatically and is pretty unpleasant. Previously used to use the smallest size tampon, now the largest will last 1 - 2 hours. 

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I had been on the combined pill for 10 years prior to this, but had to switch because I had two migraines. 

On the positive side, my previously very painful periods became a lot lighter and almost painless. However they are now incredibly irregular and long lasting. I've got 40 days without a period, to then have 21 days of bleeding. 

My skin is the worst its been since I was a teenager, and no skin products I've tried have made any difference. Losing weight has been impossible. 

I'm here looking for other options because I'm fed up! 

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Feeling a lot better and excited to get to know my body more

Worked well as a contraception but completely lacked any sex drive which just got frustrating.

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Progesterone only / Mini pill-Cerelle-review-id-27434

This pill broke me out in horrible acne & my sex drive became non existent. I had no period for 6 months (previously every 28 days for 3 days).

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Have been taking for a month at the moment - previously took a few years ago and had no real issues. Periods have stopped for now which is brilliant as i suffer from heavy irregular painful periods. Nausea started a few days into taking but starting to back off now. A few headaches but nothing terrible. Vaginal dryness is quite noticeable. and period like cramping but no bleeding. Boobs have got bigger and are rock solid and tender. 

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Progesterone only / Mini pill-Cerelle-review-id-28169

I took Cerelle originally to treat heavy painful periods which worked wonders because it stopped my periods and symptoms all together. I did notice a substantial weight gain and had bad acne on my back which I’d never suffered from before. I am currently trying other contraceptive options mainly due to the weight gain, but would not be opposed to going back on this pill if nothing else suits.

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Progesterone only / Mini pill-Noriday-review-id-28099

Terrible. I had the sorest breasts I have ever had. I work out daily and still put on weight even though I was carefully monitoring food. It went on so quick I went up a dress size in almost a week

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Progesterone only / Mini pill-Cerazette-review-id-27983

I’ve used Cerazette for 5+ years, originally taking it because of pretty heavy/very painful periods. After two months of taking it its stopped my periods all together. I only have a period if I run out and forget to reorder etc but I have around 6 days before I’ll come on. I’ve been taking it that long I can’t tell if the weight gain is me or the pill, probably both! It works well for me though, evens out my hormones and I don’t feel it alters my mood. If anything it does positively so because I’m not getting a period.

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Progesterone only / Mini pill-Noriday-review-id-22021

Only progestogen based contraception I've been able to tolerate. Allll others (pills, jab, implant, coil) made me bleed irregularly and made me moody. This one has been fine, over a year in use and though periods were a little less regular, they were about on time. I did start getting some extra bleeding around 9-12 months after starting it, but I think my body is just weird. I did still ovulate while taking, but it still prevented pregnancy. 
Did gain some weight but could have been a result of lockdown and inactivity rather than the pill. Did have some stomach issues, but was diagnosed with ins a long time ago, which has been okay for years now, so possibly related. 
Was getting a bit moody here and there, again, maybe not related to the pill. 
Overall I was satisfied with the experience, unlike the others I've tried. 
Stopped taking due to getting sterilised instead.

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Progesterone only / Mini pill-Cerelle-review-id-21131

I was originally on Loestrin ever since the age of 16 and randomly my periods stopped on that after a while, then after years they randomly came back and then I started getting severe migraines. I was changed to Cerelle and my head within a day or two felt clearer and I haven't had a migraine at all! My periods totally stopped, however I my breasts have grown quite a bit and I have had some strange pain on one nipple at first, which eventually went away, but now I get nipple discharge if it rubs on clothing or is pressed too much! I have also gone from having TONNES of discharge on the Loestrin, to VERY dry and itchy on the Cerelle.

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Progesterone only / Mini pill-Cerazette-review-id-21050

Been on combined pill form years- 25 years so needed to come off. Tried one other which was horrendous but this was okay. Some genuine side effects- increased sweating and paranoia of bo, very very sore nipple (only one!) and spots !!! I’m also about .5 stone heavier and bloated but not sure I can completely blame the pill!

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