09/07/2019

Jaydess

Hormonal coil (IUS)

 5/5

About the reviewer

Age

18-25

Time used

3 - 5 years

Had children

Height

5'1"/155cm

Weight

75kg - 80kg / 11st 11lb - 12st 8lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

Decided to come off the combined pill after quite a few years and felt like this was the right choice for me. Painful insertion and cramps for several hours afterwards but after that, no issues. Having it changed is painful again, but the doctor kept me in until my blood pressure returned to normal. Periods have stopped, though I still get painful cramps once a month. Overall, better than the pill for me as it does not affect my mood or skin even half as much and easier, especially with a long-term partner.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Neutral - no change

Weight

I don’t know / can’t tell

Periods

Stopped periods

Sex drive

No change

Side effects whilst taking

Dizziness

Migraines

Headaches

Tender breasts

Thrush

Womb cramps

Cystitus

Vaginal discharge

Vaginal dryness

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