25/06/2019

Copper coil (IUD)

 5/5

About the reviewer

Age

18-25

Time used

3 - 6 months

Had children

Height

5'8"/172.5cm

Weight

95kg - 100kg / 14st 13lb - 15st 10lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

Came off the pill due to mood swings headaches and vaginal dryness. Had the copper coil inserted as I wanted something with no hormones. In three months my periods have been slightly heavier but also shorter in length so around 4 days. Also only heavy for the first 2 days. A little more cramping but again only for a short period of time. Sex drive has increased mood swings have decreased. Wish I’d have got the coil years ago!

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Very positively

Weight

No change

Periods

Heavier periods

Sex drive

Increased sex drive

Side effects whilst taking

No effects

Enlarged breasts

Back pain

Tender breasts

Vaginal discharge

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