Mirena IUD... - Houston,TX

I have had one for 2 years, and have had no side effects. My periods stopped immediately, and I've really had nothing negative happen. I knew I absolutely didn't want to get pregnant, and didn't want the risk of forgetting to take the pill. Good luck!

I got the mirena IUD about a year ago. The insertion was a tiny bit painful, but not enough to keep me from getting it. I have noticed that my periods are much much lighter, but they seem to last a few days longer. Not a big deal, though, because they are so light. Barely enough for a liner. Overall, I like it. Good luck!

The day I got mine I cramped and bled a lot. Went back 2 weeks later to make sure it was in place and they couldn't find it. I had to have an emergency surgery to find and remove it. The doc found it in the cavity behind my uterus. I guess since I was only 6 weeks postpartum my Uterus was still soft and every time I nursed my baby it would contract and it pushed it right out through the lining of my uterus. I think it was a rare case though. My sister and Sister in law had one and loved it. My Best friend as well. currently I'm using Implanon and have loved it.

I have had 2 and liked them! It hurts a tad going in(cramps) but then you should feel normal after that! The doctors should tell you all about it! Again, I love mine and can't tell have have anything in!

Just got my 2nd one today. Had 1st removed and 2nd put in immediately. I love Mirena... only form of BC i didn't get pregnant on. I rarely have a period and when i do it is not much- only down fall is I am totally wiped out, dead on my feet, can't hardly keep my eyes open exhausted. But i was always pretty tired during that time. At least now it is so much less often! My periods are lighter and shorter. No cramps, moodswings, weight loss or gain.
I highly recommend it.

OMG, I 'tried' to do it. No one told me about taking iburpofen first. I cramped so bad I shot it back out!!! Shocked the doc!! She went to go back in and I said NO FLIPPIN WAY!!! Rather have 12 kids than go through that again. Sounds like I am rare case though. Everyone I had talked to loved it. Take pain meds first!!! Good luck. OUCH.

I got the paragaurd instead of the Mirena IUD. It's the same, but the paragaurd does not have any hormones. I'm very sensitive to them, which is why I cannot tolerate normal birth control pills. The only side effect that is different from Mirena is that your periods could be heavier and longer. I experienced this the first few months, but it has settled down now. My periods are just like they were when I was not on any birth control. The cramping can be worse at first, but that also gets better. Take some ibuprofen! I LOVE my IUD!!!!! I don't have to worry about it, and the biggest bonus is that I can be free of all birth control hormones! Good luck!!! :)

I got my mirena in December, ( had my son in September). I defnitely cramped during the insertion and for a couple of days after and also bled bright red blood for about a week, however, it was no more painful than a pap. My periods have been irregular, but it's nice not having to think about birth control and I keep hearing by periods will even out some time soon. At least I hope so!!!! Good luck, it's a good thing. I ended up going with the mirena b/c it has hormones and I have a history with ovarian cysts. Hope this helps.

I know this was late, but I had to put my 2 sence in about the mirana! I absolutly hated it only in for 3 months! I bleed for 6 weeks after they put it in total about 10 weeks post baby! The day I stoped me and my husband were in sheer joy, however that did not last long... I ended up pregnant and miscarrying. I also had nausea which my doc said was in the 5% and all kinds of other problems... Many of my friends thought it was the perfect solution, but my friends and myself have found out otherwise. Not telling you not to get it or what not but I don't like them and have had many people bash me bc of it. I am one of the few who just seem to get pregnant regardless... My doc told me she didn't know what to do.lol! If you have any questions I have done research or you can google it! I hope it works for you bc it didn't for me =(

I have known more women that had a problem then those who didn't, so I'd be leery. Too many "lost" IUDs where they had surgery to remove them, infections, and the like. Of course with the Mirena you also have the added hormone problems. You really should research it very well prior to having it done. From the Mirena site, "Embedment is when Mirena attaches to the uterine wall. If embedment occurs, Mirena may no longer prevent pregnancy and you may need surgery to have it removed.
# Perforation. Mirena may go through (perforate) the uterine wall. If your uterus is perforated, Mirena may no longer prevent pregnancy. It may move outside the uterus and can cause scarring, infection or damage to other organs. Surgery may be needed to have Mirena removed." That did NOT say it was RARE. IT also says that 10% of women get ovarian cysts with it. I have had ovarian cysts and it was pretty painful and they even discussed the possibility of needing surgery. Please do read all the side effects on their site.

I had my Mirena placed in November. Overall, it has been good. You don't have to think about it and it does not cause any discomfort after the insertion (make sure you take some ibuprofen before and after). The insertion was not much more uncomfortable than having a pap smear. I had some mild cramping right afterward, and then in the middle of the night I had very strong cramping, which I had not expected. My only complaint is I have had very inconsistent periods ever since. The doc says this is not unusual and it may take several months for my period to even out. I was having a period every 2 weeks for 2 months, and then it would last for 8 to 10 days. It has gotten lighter and shorter since then, but still sort of unpredictable. Good luck.

Hi L.,

I know that Mirena has worked for many women, so I am in no way trying to change your mind. I wanted to share my experience so that you can be aware of the side effect I encountered because the medical profession insisted it could not be Mirena.

The convenience of Mirena was great. I spotted for three months and then my periods ceased. After about two years, I started feeling "not quite myself". I lacked the energy to do anything. I felt tingly and on edge, kind of like I was going to jump out of my skin. My family was at a loss and I was at a loss. At the time, everything in my life was running smoothly. I figured maybe I was going into early menopause.

When I approached my doctor she said that there was no way it was Mirena or Menopause. She suggested that I may be depressed which was did not feel right to me. She prescribed me a anti-depressant which I took. This medication intensified all of my symptoms. I immediately stopped taking them and called her. Again she insisted that the Mirena was not the problem and prescribed a different pill.

At this point, I made a decision that I knew myself well enough and that if I was truly depressed I would find a different way to handle it. I did not take the second medication. Three weeks later I had the first period I had had in years. After it was over, I was back to my regular self. My conclusion was that my body was trying to have a period. Stupidly, since I like the convenience of Mirena and I seemed to back to normal, I left it in.

A few months later, the feelings both listlessness and "going out of my skin" returned. Needless to say, I rushed to the doctor and had it taken out. She still insisted that Mirena was not to blame. However, since that time, I have heard other similar stories.

My point in telling you my story is so that you can be aware. There is no doubt in my mind that Mirena messed with my hormones causing an imbalance. If it happens to you please listen to your body and have it removed. I hope that your experience will be a successful one. It is for many.

Good luck.

i have mirena iud....before you have it put in make sure you take a couple ibeprofen before hand to help with the cramping you may have after it's put in. and be prepared for some spotting for a couple of days. other wise you shouldn't have any problem!!!!

My experience was mostly good than bad. I liked not having to think about birth control and I didn't have any weight issues, pain, or emotional problems. I just bled to frequently. I waited it out over 2 years and finally had enough. My husband ended up getting a Vasectomy. When I got it I wasn't sure yet on whether I wanted more or not, if I had decided I wanted more I probably would have just kept it in until I was ready for more children.

I agree with Kellie...do take some pain meds beforehand to ease some of the cramping. I had cramping about a week with some spotting as well. The first say, 2 months, I can honestly say I hated it and wanted it out! But I gave it a chance and I love it now. Can't even tell it is there. I have had it for a year next month. Be sure to ask your doctor about anything you are unsure of. Other than that, I'm sure you will love the convenience of it.
Best of luck! :)

i know two women that have had major problems getting pregnant after having their mirena's removed. one suffered a horrible staph infection in her uterus from the mirena and has suffered two miscarriages after taking more than 6 months to achieve each of those pregnancies(she had no problems getting/staying pregnant prior to her mirena). the causes of the other friend's inability to get pregnant is unknown, but she had no trouble conceiving or carrying the three children she had prior to her mirena. please think LONG AND HARD before having a foreign object inserted into your body - the consequences can impact you even after having it removed.

I had one for about 3 1/2 years and absolutely LOVED it!! It did make my periods a little erratic for the first several months, but once they lined out I didn't have much of a period at all for the last 1 1/2 to 2 years, I would have one but it wasn't even enough for me to have to use a tampon. And I also had absolutely NO problems conceiving after having it removed, I had it taken out June 17th, and we were told to wait at least a month or 2 before trying to get pregnant, and it's estimated we got pregnant with our TWINS on August 18th, I carried them for 38 weeks 5 days with no complications. It is a theory of mine that the mirena may have contributed to my twin conception, I think my body went into overdrive on its egg release after it was removed. But we're over the shock, and the babies are almost a year old now and I wouldn't change a thing...

You may want to run a search for "Mirena" or "IUD" in the search field at the top of the page - it's a subject frequently talked about on this site and has a lot of the information you may be seeking.

That being said, I have posted a lot of clinical information in those posts from what the FDA has approved and requires the manufacturer to disclose about the product. This is based upon years of clinical trials and post-marketing surveillance required by the FDA regarding side effects, etc.

http://www.mirena-us.com/index.jsp?WT.mc_id=MIS119493&amp...