26/06/2019

Copper coil (IUD)

 4/5

About the reviewer

Age

31-35

Time used

5 - 8 years

Had children

Height

5'3"/160cm

Weight

65kg - 70kg / 10st 3lb - 11st 0lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

Periods go back to being heavy on the coil compared to when on the pill. Cramps and back aches are also painful. However this is outweighed by far by the positive change in mood swings and general emotional state after being on the pill, which made me feel like an emotional wreck.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Neutral - no change

Weight

No change

Periods

Heavier periods

Sex drive

No change

Side effects whilst taking

Headaches

Back pain

Womb cramps

Vaginal discharge

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