Has anyone had a good experience with Mirena?

“I love my IUD! The only negative was that I had spotting for the first 3-4 months after having it inserted. But after that, my periods got lighter and I had less cramping leading up to my period. I also love it as a back-up form of birth control with condoms. I got Mirena, as suggested by my gynecologist.”

How long does it take for body to adjust to Mirena?

On average, it can take anywhere from 6 to 8 months before your body fully adjusts to the IUD. Whether this means no bleeding, constant leakage, or something in between comes down to the type of IUD you have and your own body’s reaction to the device.

Does Mirena IUD make you crazy?

Symptoms of the Mirena crash can include: Minor to severe mood swings. Depression. Anxiety.

What to expect when you first get Mirena?

You’ll likely have some cramps and spotting after the IUD is inserted. Mild cramps and bleeding can last from 3 to 6 months. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever, like ibuprofen or acetaminophen, to ease any discomfort. You can also place a heating pad or hot water bottle on your belly.

How do you know if your body is rejecting an IUD?

Signs Your IUD Is Out of Place

  1. You can’t feel the strings.
  2. Your strings are shorter or longer than usual.
  3. You feel the IUD itself.
  4. Your partner feels the IUD.
  5. You feel pain.
  6. You have heavy or abnormal bleeding.
  7. You have severe cramping, abnormal discharge, or fever.

Does Mirena make you tired?

The most commonly reported adverse effects are alterations of menstrual bleeding patterns, nausea, abdominal/pelvic pain, headache/migraine, dizziness, fatigue, amenorrhea, ovarian cysts, genital discharge, acne/seborrhea, breast tenderness, and vulvovaginitis.

What can you not do after Mirena insertion?

Immediately after insertion, it is important not to insert anything into the vagina for 48 hours (i.e. no tampons, bath, swimming, hot tub, sexual intercourse). There is about 1% chance of the IUD slipping or being expelled, and the chance is highest in the first few weeks.

How painful is Mirena insertion?

Some discomfort is common and expected with an IUD insertion. Up to 70% of people who have not given birth report feeling mild to moderate discomfort during the insertion process. Most commonly, the discomfort is short-lived. Less than 20 percent of people will require pain management or additional treatment.