17/07/2019

Mirena

Hormonal coil (IUS)

 4/5

About the reviewer

Age

31-35

Time used

5 - 8 years

Had children

Yes

Height

5'3"/160cm

Weight

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

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

Medically no problems at all and whilst it was very uncomfortable to have it fitted, once initial bleeding had stopped (6 weeks) I’ve barely had a period. I do think it’s impacted on mood (negatively) and sex drive (lower) and has possibly contributed to weight gain but it’s so hard to tell whether there is a direct link or if it’s just circumstantial (I had it fitted after having my daughter). I would recommend it over the pill for sure.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Somewhat negatively

Weight

I gained weight

Periods

Stopped periods

Sex drive

Loss of sex drive

Side effects whilst taking

No effects

Tender breasts

Enlarged breasts

Spots or acne

Thrush

Vaginal discharge

Vaginal dryness

Cystitus

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