25/06/2019

Copper coil (IUD)

 5/5

About the reviewer

Age

18-25

Time used

12 - 18 months

Had children

Height

5'4"/162.5cm

Weight

60kg - 65kg / 9st 6lb - 10st 3lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

Heavier and more painful periods, but worth it as they’re much more regular!! Insertion was painful but I do think that the benefits outweigh the negatives. Doesn’t seem to impact my sex drive and mood as much as other forms of contraception I’ve tried, and it’s good to know that I’m having a natural period each month.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Neutral - no change

Weight

I don’t know / can’t tell

Periods

Heavier periods

Sex drive

I don’t know / can’t tell

Side effects whilst taking

No effects

Tender breasts

Enlarged breasts

Nausea or vomiting

Womb cramps

Thrush

Vaginal discharge

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