tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post2076009742202506901..comments2024-01-10T06:45:29.904-08:00Comments on The Truth About the Mirena IUD: PeriodsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger161125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-9314072165934685472017-11-27T01:37:47.744-08:002017-11-27T01:37:47.744-08:00I had mirena coil inserted on advice from gyni, i ...I had mirena coil inserted on advice from gyni, i was suffering with severe pain, heavy periods which seemed to come and go when they please but were always brown and lumpy and lasted about 4 days but could come every 2 weeks. After have mirena my first experience was I became the devil and wanted to smash everything up and kill everyone! It settled down after a week and I still had bleeding and pain for 3 months, I had mirena for roughly 18 months and felt I had to have it out because although my periods stopped my pain didn't and I got lots of cysts every month I got them, I put a stone of weight on and had enough! It wasn't as painful as I was told removing it, I had spotting for 2 and half days. About 2 and half weeks later I had a period which was a week long, then I started having itchy problems which felt like cystitis On and off and about 2 weeks later another period, wich was a week long, then 2 weeks later which is where I am now am 11 days bleeding bright red blood and no sign of it stopping! Got doctors today cause not feeling great very tiredAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-54142668189377636882017-11-27T01:30:37.632-08:002017-11-27T01:30:37.632-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11110253682900710746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-77809629792281486132017-09-26T08:08:41.021-07:002017-09-26T08:08:41.021-07:00I had the Mirena inserted two years ago. Spotting...I had the Mirena inserted two years ago. Spotting the entire time aside from 1 month! My husband and I finally had it and I went in to get it removed. Light spotting the first two days after removal, then clotting and changing super plus tampon every 1-2 hours! I am only on day 4. Was never told this would be normal, so I was alarmed until I found multiple links to this issue! Unacceptable! My gyn did say advil will help slow the flow. I believe it does to an extent. She also gave me an RX ? __ acid? that should help, but haven't taken it yet since that can cause blood clots. I am 51. I now know to expect this for awhile! I went on the mirena for heavy periods. I never would have gone on it if I knew what I know now! I am now scheduled for an ablation that I should have had in the first place.Melhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15896534003663825694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-8222355675087622612017-05-17T04:19:15.402-07:002017-05-17T04:19:15.402-07:00I just had mine removed. Bled like a waterfall 2 d...I just had mine removed. Bled like a waterfall 2 days after removal. Ended up in ER with extreme cramps. The medication stopped the bleeding but 1 week later im bleeding very heavy again. Its days 3 now. Im 48 yrs old. How can this be normal. Shud i get a hysterectomy.Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11288430225755772570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-64710723296001476722017-04-20T19:30:54.302-07:002017-04-20T19:30:54.302-07:00I had mine inserted after my son was born (age 6 n...I had mine inserted after my son was born (age 6 now) and removed it myself last summer. While on iud, my periods were extremely light with no cramping, and somewhat sporadic. After removal, my periods have been extremely heavy, bleeding through super tampons and overnight pads every hour during heavy days. Other than that, I've had no differences in my cycle or PMS. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-12809812826469787182016-12-24T00:46:03.477-08:002016-12-24T00:46:03.477-08:00I had my mirena for about 2 years and had it taken...I had my mirena for about 2 years and had it taken out 3 weeks ago due to weight gain and loss of sex drive. My periods had stopped almost completely which was mostly good since I had very heavy periods before the Mirena which is why I chose to replace my copper IUD with this one. When it was removed I had light spotting for two or three days and then bleeding became heavier and heavier. Mood swings galore, weird food cravings and more bleeding! Really hoping it's coming to an end soon but seems to be getting heavier everyday. My doctor said nothing about what to expect after removal....super disappointed in this part of the Mirena experienceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-37647980428207304762016-12-01T02:42:21.917-08:002016-12-01T02:42:21.917-08:00Hie.. I came across this discussion. My problem is...Hie.. I came across this discussion. My problem is similar. I got D&c done last December after having to suffer very heavy and prolonged bleeding, 2 months to be exact when my doctor suggested I should go for D&c they put in a merina iud after the d&c and I was told I will have spotting for a couple months and then it will stop. And it did stop after around 3 months. And I had no other problems because of the merina but a week back as I had gained too much weight (I didn't know until I read the comments here that weight gain can possibly be because of merina) so last week I started walking and working out and eating healthy and yesterday suddenly I started bleeding. Is this normal? Because my doctor told me that I will not bleed until I get it removed. Is it possible that I might have accidentally removed the merina when I worked out? Please help me out if you can.. I am very confused as to why I am bleeding. (I am not having very heavy bleeding but yes it's happening) please help me out. Thanks in advance.<br />sadafhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17780602328388681484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-47792561325498704462016-12-01T02:42:05.084-08:002016-12-01T02:42:05.084-08:00Hie.. I came across this discussion. My problem is...Hie.. I came across this discussion. My problem is similar. I got D&c done last December after having to suffer very heavy and prolonged bleeding, 2 months to be exact when my doctor suggested I should go for D&c they put in a merina iud after the d&c and I was told I will have spotting for a couple months and then it will stop. And it did stop after around 3 months. And I had no other problems because of the merina but a week back as I had gained too much weight (I didn't know until I read the comments here that weight gain can possibly be because of merina) so last week I started walking and working out and eating healthy and yesterday suddenly I started bleeding. Is this normal? Because my doctor told me that I will not bleed until I get it removed. Is it possible that I might have accidentally removed the merina when I worked out? Please help me out if you can.. I am very confused as to why I am bleeding. (I am not having very heavy bleeding but yes it's happening) please help me out. Thanks in advance.<br />sadafhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17780602328388681484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-7641547503325554452016-11-12T08:54:13.103-08:002016-11-12T08:54:13.103-08:00Hi I hAve been having the samething happen on and ...Hi I hAve been having the samething happen on and off I'm scared I will never have a baby again. Does the aleve really help with the bleeding? I had my mirena removed 2years ago next month and since them my periods have been irregular and heavy at times.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05213112619381986314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-27989290237072579692016-10-03T10:14:56.307-07:002016-10-03T10:14:56.307-07:00i have been married for the past 7 years with no c...i have been married for the past 7 years with no child and since then i have been trying to get pregnant i have been to specialist hospital and they told me that everything is fine but with no lucky of having a baby until i finally met Dr.Ologbo online who help me to prepare root and herbs that i use to get pregnant within a month am so happy now, finally am a woman to be in few months from now contact Dr.Ologbo on his via email Ologbotemple@gmail.com or his mobile number +2348073887808Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06978460915154644194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-16452582685921580082016-10-03T10:11:37.392-07:002016-10-03T10:11:37.392-07:00i have been married for the past 7 years with no c...i have been married for the past 7 years with no child and since then i have been trying to get pregnant i have been to specialist hospital and they told me that everything is fine but with no lucky of having a baby until i finally met Dr.Ologbo online who help me to prepare root and herbs that i use to get pregnant within a month am so happy now, finally am a woman to be in few months from now contact Dr.Ologbo on his via email Ologbotemple@gmail.com or his mobile number +2348073887808Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06978460915154644194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-84966351040369591272016-08-15T06:48:56.305-07:002016-08-15T06:48:56.305-07:00If you are in perimenopause age, then your heavy b...If you are in perimenopause age, then your heavy bleeding post-IUD is very likely a result of that. The IUD was probably what was KEEPING you from bleeding so heavily. At 43, I began hemorrhaging during my periods, so that's why I got a Mirena. Bleeding had been MUCH lighter, although I did spot nearly every day for the first year. Now in year 2 starting to form a more reliable bleeding pattern.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02757257866530547555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-78349572066701393882016-08-15T06:48:42.032-07:002016-08-15T06:48:42.032-07:00If you are in perimenopause age, then your heavy b...If you are in perimenopause age, then your heavy bleeding post-IUD is very likely a result of that. The IUD was probably what was KEEPING you from bleeding so heavily. At 43, I began hemorrhaging during my periods, so that's why I got a Mirena. Bleeding had been MUCH lighter, although I did spot nearly every day for the first year. Now in year 2 starting to form a more reliable bleeding pattern.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02757257866530547555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-73695870687831381152016-07-11T07:12:45.784-07:002016-07-11T07:12:45.784-07:00Fiona, I passed blood clots as well. I bled over a...Fiona, I passed blood clots as well. I bled over a month. I was put on different oral birth control, sometimes tripling my dose. Nothing helped. I finally had a d&c done and that worked. If you are passing clots as big as your fist, I would see your doc. You could become anemic. From what I read, I believe my body stopped producing its own progesterone. <br />GoodluckJenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16542637813955736346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-5410169019201591092016-07-11T02:39:12.760-07:002016-07-11T02:39:12.760-07:00I had a Mirena inserted after a genealogical proce...I had a Mirena inserted after a genealogical procedure, so I was under anaesthetic, 5 1/2 years ago so I can't comment on what it was like to be inserted. I had a wonderful 5 years of no period at all. I did how ever started to pile on the kilos (pounds,I am in Australia) not sure if I just loved my food or was it the Mirena IUD so I started to reseach side effects and decided against having another one re-inserted much to the women's clinic dismay. I had it removed on 1st of July, I was told I would have a period again when my cycle was due I looked at the nurse strangely because I hadn't had a period in 5 years so when the hell was that going to be. She told me it would be a regular period maybe a few days longer until my hormones settled. WELL.... I have now bled for 8 days with no signs of stopping, passing blood clots the size of my fist. I can't go a few meters of a bathroom I have gone through packets of super tampons and maternity pads aarrgghhh! When does it stop??? This is how I found this blog, I was starting to think I need to go to hospital as I have had a bad birthing experience with haemorrhaging and this is up there. I just wish I was informed of this side effect and given advise on what to do and for how long until you seek medical advice. I feel like I'm having 5 years worth of periods now!Fionanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-53039784703798183892016-03-19T05:15:16.755-07:002016-03-19T05:15:16.755-07:00I had the mirena in for six months...I wanted to s...I had the mirena in for six months...I wanted to see if the symptoms would get better.<br />I gained 25 lbs, bloated exhausted, moody, couldn't concentrate, infections, and really bad diarrhea, plus hot flashes <br />Finally took it out Wednesday by Friday I bled through my pants five times. Bleeding through a tampon every hour.<br />I'm relieved to have it out, but scared of permenant consequence. I've read it put lots of woman into menopause.<br />I'm only 34.<br />Doctors should not be recommending this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-9156755279124055632016-02-24T15:35:52.172-08:002016-02-24T15:35:52.172-08:00I just had the Mirena taken out Feb.15, 2016. I ha...I just had the Mirena taken out Feb.15, 2016. I had it inserted April 23, 2015. I can't believe I had every side effect that you could possibly get: the bloating, weight gain, insatiable appetite, headaches constantly and hormonal swings that rivaled The Wicked Witch of the West! Now when I went to have it removed all the doctor said to me before I left the office was, "Okay, It's done. Have a great day." She did not warn me that I would be bleeding with clots the size of four of my fingers put together. She didn't prepare me for the extra blood loss. NOTHING! All I can say is STAY AWAY FROM THE MIRENA!!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-57836266802832289482016-02-20T10:11:34.030-08:002016-02-20T10:11:34.030-08:00I know this is way old but wanted to add in my exp...I know this is way old but wanted to add in my experience. I loved my mirena. I had my first one in four five years and my second for two and a half. I had my second mirena removed Feb 5th and two days later spotted a bit with. reddish/brown and some small clots. I had a sharp pain this morning and started spotting again. My husband and I are TTC and my doctor told me to wait until my first cycle happens.. Now I'm just waiting....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-75308260016927216522016-01-25T23:24:59.570-08:002016-01-25T23:24:59.570-08:00How long did your bleeding last?How long did your bleeding last?Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16542637813955736346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-8224268588494485632016-01-25T23:18:39.200-08:002016-01-25T23:18:39.200-08:00I am on day 27 of bleeding after Mirena removal. I...I am on day 27 of bleeding after Mirena removal. I have been passing large clots and on two different meds that haven't helped. I go in for a d&c this week to hopefully reset everything. I never had a problem with the Mirena while inserted, but this past month of my life has been terrible. Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16542637813955736346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-55775120212953791812015-12-26T13:04:05.478-08:002015-12-26T13:04:05.478-08:00Hi I'm 26 yes old and I have 3 children.. I...Hi I'm 26 yes old and I have 3 children.. I've always had an irregular cycle but it got worse after the birth of my 2nd child I had the implant fitted 3 week after birth.. Bled for 2and a half years so had it removed.. I couldnt get pregnant after that so docs sent me for a scan.. Turned out I had pcos.. Then 6 months later I found out I was 9 weeks pregnant! I was shocked..scared since getting pregnant with him I've been sick every single day.. Since having him i have 23 day long preiods so I've been back to docs through sickness and my cycles and the fact that since september ive lost nearly 4 stone in weight.. Had the marina coil fitted 5 weeks ago im getting constant headaches.. Going dizzy... Still being sick.. Bad mood swings... Cant eat most days... And im still bleeding... Its dark brown and smelly!! Its disgusting no matter what products i use or how many times i bathe/shower it still smells! Im still gwtting cramping too! Doctor tells me to persavire but hes a man... Im still loosing weight and feel like death all the time... Any advice would be apreceated x Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-85359036262163460602015-11-03T13:00:19.368-08:002015-11-03T13:00:19.368-08:00On my 3rd Mirena, had it inserted after my baby wa...On my 3rd Mirena, had it inserted after my baby was 10 weeks old standard at my OBGYN office. Bled for a couple weeks then it stopped, the day my baby turned 1 I started my first cycle which lasted 7 days rather than the normal 3-5 I have become accustomed to with the mirena. 10 days after it ended once again I am starting my period so what gives?!<br />I did notice recent weight gain however I am attributing that to late evening meals due to sports activities my kids are participating in and also came to realize I have been battling depression off and on for some time now.<br />Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18183056594369131819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-57526384149769615582015-10-27T23:59:39.886-07:002015-10-27T23:59:39.886-07:00I took my mirena out on Aug.22 2015and started ble...I took my mirena out on Aug.22 2015and started bleeding Aug.24-28th then nothing till Sept.25 and I have been having light bleeding ever since has anyone else had this? Im starting to worry a Lil bit! I wish this bleeding would just stop!! <br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09352278824144866562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-90041808528836373432015-10-27T18:03:03.011-07:002015-10-27T18:03:03.011-07:00I had my Mirena for slightly over one and a half y...I had my Mirena for slightly over one and a half years after my second child. I did not get it put in until almost 8 months after my second child, sex was not even on the radar with breastfeeding and having moved and buying a house! but I had your regular bleeding and spotting for about 6 months and then really didn't have anything regular but spotting whenever it decided two spots afterwards. I have severe mood swings and irritability and a very low sex drive. It didn't dawn on me that I started telling my husband about 8 months afterwards that I just didn't feel like myself anymore and I couldn't quite put my finger on it. I chalked it up to working full time with two kids and the stress of getting home a little later than I used to with our new house and trying to prepare dinner and etc. It led to a point where my husband and I started seeking counseling and then it was finally pinpointed that it could be my Mirena with my hormonal imbalance. I had been treated with thyroid issues previously and I had all of those things screened and all of my levels repeatedly were normal, no meds needed. I finally went to see my doctor, shared all of my concerns and he said it was extremely important for me to listen to my body, as well as he was listening to me and said it was time for me to get it out. He said honestly there was not a lot of evidence based medicine on it, but that there are always somebody who does not fit standard deviation. I truly believe that that is new with sensitivity to medicines in really not feeling like myself. I have to say I walked out of that office feeling a lot better. Especially after he showed it to me when he took it out and asked me if I wanted to take it home stuff on it and spit on it! it was just as painful going in as it was coming out but nothing excessive other than that pinching feeling. But I am now on days 6 with up and down bleeding and clotting to the size of half golf ball sizes, some days a liner, some days 2 tampons. my bleeding has gone from bright blonde to a darker blonde and I'm not sure but I'll probably call the doctor tomorrow. he tells me that I need to give it about 4 weeks for medicine to leave the body and then in about 6 weeks to give him an update. I was screened for an antidepressant due to the mood swings that I was having, but they said I clearly did not fit the profile to be on any medicine and I completely agreed knowing me. My ob told me why would I ever be medicated for birth control but then be medicated for my mood swings and that it didn't make any sense. Since I was post baby I can't say that weight gain was really a concern. However I had been working out and did my first half marathon and I really have just had extremely slow weight loss so hoping to see that improve with my exercise activity now. Hubs is getting a vasectomy, done with birth control! as much as it is it was nice to have very light spotting period sometimes, but no regularity to it. I'll gladly take a normal cycle any day since that's what my body supposed to do! Thanks to whoever started the string and good luck to all you ladies!Anita Munoz-Boylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12454879921563028286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-502544039669161957.post-58020724625503589632015-10-23T04:00:05.805-07:002015-10-23T04:00:05.805-07:00I have had a Mirena for 3 years, and have had a fa...I have had a Mirena for 3 years, and have had a fairly text book experience, i.e. irregular and heavy bleeding for first 12 months, then light spotting for next two years. Fortunately, I have had no pain or noticeable side effects. My problem is that after three years my "spotting" has become heavier and significantly longer. This month I had a 22 day period. I am 52 with no signs of entering menopause and have a 54 year old sister who is still regularly ovulating. (will this ever end??) I am not sure how many months I can stand of 3+ weeks of bleeding. Doctor says the lining in my uterus has thinned so much it is very unstable, which is causing the continual light bleeding, but there is no problem. Easy for her to say! I have decided to switch doctors. Will keep you posted as to what I decide to do. After reading the scary stories of heavy continual bleeding after removal, I am not sure which is worse. Any advice?JML52https://www.blogger.com/profile/09076400007517294288noreply@blogger.com