Life AFTER Mirena | Mirena IUD Removal | Bloating, Weight Loss, Acne... What Actually Happened?
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- čas přidán 8. 11. 2018
- Today I'm telling the truth about what happened after I had my Mirena IUD removed. Did life get better or worse? Stay tuned!
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I agree when you said you immediately felt better upon removal. I walked out and instantly felt all my stress leave my body. Lol
i felt pain immediately leave
I hope this will happen to me last week. I've had it for 6 weeks and gained 5 pounds and have unexplained crippling depression.
I FELT THE SAME WAY
I’ve gained so much weight and I’m so anxiety etc I’m constantly bloated I’m now a size higher in jeans. I’m over it I’m calling my doctor to remove it so I can start losing my weight.
ME TOO I feel young and free! I'm ready to conquer the world!
Literally have been BEGGING doctors to remove it and they keep telling me there are no side effects but I've gotten acne, terrible anxiety/depression and the woooorst struggle with weight (and i eat mostly a plant based diet!). I hate this thing so much!
You shouldn't have to beg doctors to remove your IUD. You should be seeing a doctor that will do things as you want them. Switch doctors
Ive had mine for 6 years. Im in my second one but i have struggled so much with weight since i first got it. Ive been thinking about getting it removed and now i'm sure i am. My doctor said it wasn't from the iud but ive never been this big unless pregnant😤
me too with the anxiety and mood swings!! I thought I was going crazy lol, my boyfriend said I've been like a different person since I got it in.
That’s crazy that doctors told you there is no side effects. There is side effects in every medication. Even the IUD website lists side effects. 🤦♀️ hope you doing better now and found a different doctor
Did you have it removed finally? Just got mine out 2 days ago. I'm a doctor as well and what they're telling you isn't true. There are side effects.
Have it removed because they don't know your body like you do.
As soon as I got mine out I felt mentally better immediately too! I felt sense of relief and my mental fog was gone!
Update: if you don’t like to worry about missing pill or worried about the hormonal effects of both the pill & mirena the Copper IUD works really well. The only downside is heavy flow & sometimes cramps, but after 6 months my cramps are better & if yours aren’t zinc supplements really help
Your eyes are so gorgeous!! I’m so excited to get my IUD out I can’t stop gaining weight, I’m so fatigued, and my mood swings are insane.
Getting mine removed tomorrow after 5 years of having it...I thought I was crazy. 45 lbs heavier and I've literally done nothing different. They all said it wasn't the mirena 🤔
how do you feel now?
Doctors always say that! Like we’re all crazy
I thought it was in my head until I stared looking into what other women are saying instead of what's reported. I was told it definitely wasn't the IUD and that the most people gain on it is 5 lbs water weight.
But I'm the type of person who when pregnant turns into a water bed so maybe my body is just predisposed to swell 35 lbs where other women swell 5 or 1o. My mom and sister are the same way, pregnancy is not graceful for us.
The sad thing is I know damn well it cause me to swell up, gain 35lbs, and cover the bottom half of my face in acne because nothing else changed and it started happening right away, BUT I guarantee it doctors will continue to act like this thing is magic.
Oh yeah and I went from having a four day period to having a 10 day period and have not missed or even had one light period so the one thing other then not getting pregnant that really sold me on the IUD I never got after three years
Sameeee!!
THANK YOU! It's so good to know I'm not alone! I'm getting mine removed in May! So excited!
I removed my Mirena myself a few hours ago. I had it for 5 years. It was hell. Migraines, constant bloating, depression, moodiness, I had a panic attack at work so bad I was placed on stress leave at my job and had to see a therapist for 2 months, weight gain even though I’m the member of a boot camp style gym and workout 5 times a week, cramping all of the time, weird sound in my ear like my heartbeat, palpitations, joint aches and inflammation, tender breasts, vision issues randomly, tired for no reason and heavier period with huge clots, a feeling like Braxton Hicks contractions which started in the last few months. My doctor couldn’t get me in to see her until November. No mam. I sterilized some tweezers by boiling in water and with 90% isopropyl alcohol, washed my hands for 4 minutes and also splashed some alcohol on them and got that demon out of my body! As soon as I pulled it out I felt a strange sense of relief and normalcy. Like my body said “IT’S ABOUT TIME LADY!”😂
Yes girl. I did the same. Froggy squat position and out it came. One pull with my fingers.
I just had mine removed and I’m so happy! Thank you for sharing your experience!
I gained 45 pounds and have acne. Lots of cramping , mood swings, cant wait to get it removed I am going back on the pill.😊 I regret getting mirena.
sweet and sour moods I have had it for four years at this point... I keep fluctuating between 130 and 160(!) lb. it is nearly impossible to stay down at 130-140 (my natural weight). I’ve had to take testosterone blockers to get rid of bad hormonal acne that slowly started about a year after I went on it and has gotten steadily worse and worse. I my hair is so much thinner than it used to be. My back and chest also has acne. I am severely depressed and anxious and foggy, exhausted all the time.
I’m not evens sexually active, I went on it bc I had horrible long heavy periods. I’d rather have those than everything else at this point.
@@nolavalon i feel you girl, the things we have to go through just to not get pregnant .
@@nolavalon I been on 3 months acne hair loss ~ feel tearful n angry jsut rancid getting it take out next week. I had it for bad periods and peri menopause!
sweet and sour moods got mine removed 4 days ago and I’m having such a heavy period and super painful cramps. But I also gain 50-60 pounds and acne is horrible , more than it’s ever been my whole 24 years of my life. Glad I got it removed. I hated it .
Tere Leal-Flores have you lost any weight since having it removed?
I got mine removed a little over a month ago, I had the skyla IUD. I felt same symptoms as you, I felt it in me everyday on top of cramps! I am suffering with hormonal acne and hoping my hormones balance out as quick as possible. It sucks having skin problems :(
I've literally gained 50lbs on this birth control. I'm bloated and get cramps constantly. The anxiety is horrendous. I've had it in for I believe 3 years now. No matter what I do (workout at gym, physical labor, diet, ect) i can not loss any weight what so ever. I've been contemplating about getting it removed. This video has solidified my assumptions on where all these symptoms were coming from. I will be making an appointment today with my gyno to have this thing removed. Thank you such a detailed video on your life after Mirena.
The same with me I had mine in for 7yrs can’t lose weight I exercise just like you I watch what I eat consume 1200 calories a day. Never really thought that it could be the Merena. I want to get it removed I need to find out.
That is what I did yesterday I removed the iud, it was a point I was working out 7 days a week and diet and I was still gain weight, will see how it goes now.
Did you ladies lose weight? I’ve gained 50 pounds as well!!
I just got my removed today! I have gained over 40lbs as well. I'm hoping now I can start losing the weight. It's all in my stomach area. 😩
Did any of you lose weight?
I’m so glad I searched for this video, reading all your comments and seeing I’m not the only one trying to blame the weight gain on the hormonal IUD. I’ve always been on the slimmer side but since getting the hormonal coil late 2019 I’ve gained 42 pounds. I’ve tried eating less, exercising and barely nothing coming off my weight. I feel like I haven’t put weight on in a nice way either, I think I look puffy and swollen, my arms and stomach have gone really fatty when they wasn’t like that before. I lose a lot more hair when I shower, my skin is very dry and just looks shit. Around 5/6 months after the hormonal coil I started gaining weight and then I got diagnosed with depression and anxiety and got prescribed anti depressants and signed off work. I can’t believe the amount of woman that have suffered with the same thing. I was debating getting mine removed after research online saying it very rarely causes weight gain but after seeing all your comments I’m going to book to get mine removed. I will update you with how I get on prior to getting it removed. Hopefully it helps🙏🏼
I was on it in 2020- now and just got it taken out 2 days ago, and I gained 50 pounds, I got very moody and felt like I was hitting a mental crash, I was exercising to lose weight for an hour every day
Hi can you share your condition now?after removal of iud?i have some problems like weight gain ,severe hairloss and acne,i am planing to get it removed but i am afraid tha may be these symptoms are not beavuse of iud ,i am just confused😢
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I got mine around 18-19 so I also haven’t been able to for sure blame these things on it either. Like I’m getting older (24 now), it makes sense I’ve gained weight (went from like 134-40, to 150, now 168) but I don’t actually eat super different, I do work a desk job though. Working out or calorie deficit doesn’t do much like it seems to for others. I always had general social anxiety but it’s way worse than it ever was, for a while now. Terrible bloating for so long, it goes away randomly and then lasts so long when it comes back that I’ll start thinking it’s weight gain but then I’ll wake up without bloat again and it’s a crazy difference. Also low energy and brain fog which was never normal for me. Introvert yes but not with the anxiety and low energy I have now.
I think it’s been such a slow change too that I never thought it was suspicious. But looking back, I’m not the same person at all. That’s a good thing is some ways, but in the ways that were good, my anxiety and energy level have ruined. Even going through drive throughs and checkout lines gives me anxiety. I hate going into public alone. I hold myself back from bonding w my partners family. I don’t get outside just to enjoy it like I used to. It’s just like wtf, this is not me. I’m finally getting it out after almost 6 years, at the end of April. I can already feel the relief physically.
I feel the same as you. I've always been slim and lost weight easily. Started the pill at 24 and gained about 15 pounds almost immediately. Got the Mirena at 26 and almost immediately gained another 20-30 pounds over the first few months. Feels like my body adjusted to a new normal weight with birth control because it never would come off. I just got my mirena removed yesterday at age 29 and we'll see what happens! Hoping I can adjust back to my old self. Everything I've researched said it does not cause weight gain and that just doesn't make sense in my situation. Birth control was the only thing in my life that changed when that weight gain happened each time!
I'm going to get my mireana out today and im super nervous! Your video has helped me so much because you and I are or were experiencing the same symptoms. Thabk you SO much for making this video!
I just happened upon your video. Had never heard stories like this. Wonderful info. I have been very fortunate I love having my IUD no period except after removal and reinsertion. Going for my 3rd IUD in the next 6 months. The pill caused me to have the side effects that you are discussing and extreme depression. Your video proves we know our bodies not doctors. Great info.
Having mine removed next week. I can't wait. Had mine for 4 years and 3 months. The Dr said it can cause weight gain in many women and because I've gained so much weight she will happily remove mine 😊
I have no periods with my mirena
Did you see any weight loss after it being removed?
Hearing this has made me feel so good because I've literally tried everything and gained so much weight. I have the rock feeling in my stomach too!!!
I got mine removed 3 weeks ago and instantly my mind feels clearer and my emotions feel soooooo much more stable! Although I am having lots of cramping... 🤔
YEEEESSSSS
Thank you for sharing this! I got mine removed today! Hopefully I feel better
Mirena is also made of silicone (I was planning on removal either way) and I plan to ask for labs for antibodies. Silicone illness mirrors symptoms I’ve had. Brain fog, confusion, Dizzy, Cystic acne, weight gain, chronic fatigue, moods are crazy, depression, anxiety, hair loss, visual disturbances, light sensitive, headaches, jaw pain, joint pain... I mention because supporting our body by detoxing and supporting Liver can also be helpful. Synthetic hormones mess with us but the devices are made of toxic materials should be considered.
Nena Millan Omgggg experiencing ALLLLLL of the above and more!!! Finally getting it removed this Thursday! All my hair is gone, massive weight gain, bad acne, I have a migraine while writing this, (2 days in a row taking Excedrin, destroying my liver!!) anxiety has lessened since I’ve realized that it was caused by it but my jaw!??? Omg. I’m in pain right now!! Idk if I’m clenching or grinding my teeth but man, the pain is unbearable! CZcams is the only place I can find relief and calm my mind and nerves until I see the Ob/Gyn! Never AGAIN!
Nena Millan sameeeee omg
I have all the symptoms.. I thought I was going crazy
I was having ALL of these issues too! Just got mine removed today! Did anyone feel relief after? Did the symptoms subside??
Oh this is so interesting. Like the breast implant illness. I was on the BC pill for a long time, and it caused liver lesions. So the doctor suggested the IUD. Ugh...worst side effects. I always feel it, cramps, bloating, weight gain, hair loss, BAD acne, bad PMS, headaches. I am getting it removed in a month and getting my tubes tied. I never knew about the memory issues that some people mention, but do feel like I can't concentrate. So ready for it to be gone.
I just had mine taken out today. I went the complete 5 years and experienced weight gain(40+ pounds),vaginal infections, brain fog, depression (especially around my period). Maybe im overthinking but I feel like I can tell the difference even after a few hours. Hopefully , I will lose the weight soon🤗. Thank you for posting.
Here is an update just in case anyone needs to hear this: Its been about 2 months since mine taken out and the removal was a BREEZE. It was painless and quick(thank God - my insertion was a nightmare). I know this sounds crazy and maybe it was just in my head but I could instantly feel a difference. Primarily mentally because I didn’t feel as fogged. I did also have light bleeding with discharge for about two weeks. It stopped and then my period came almost exactly on time. I will say I think I experienced Mirena crash. I developed Milia (small bumps on eyelid) and For about 2 weeks off and on I had days of feeling extremely sluggish, tired and moody. I had ZERO motivation to do anything. It was so bad that I asked the nurse at my doctors office about it and she was shocked that I was having prevalent symptoms of imbalance so soon after removal. She did also say it takes about 3 months for hormones to get to normal.I did also gain a few pounds initially. Anyway, currently my periods are better than pre Mirena which is good. I do have PMS and a weird sensation of vaginal thrush before my cycle starts. Overall I feel A LOT better. My mental sharpness and memory has come back. My skin is clearing up and I have lost about 5 pounds in 2 week with minimal exercise or diet restriction. I can also see more leanness in my shape if that makes sense. In other words I’m not as bloated and retaining water in certain places. I read somewhere that it should get better every period so hopefully by next month I should be back to normal or better and have lost more weight.🤗 Hopefully this helps someone.
I’m coming up on year six and so ready to have it out. I can already feel the relief literally. I’ve read a lot about the strings being kinda lost and the iud itself being stuck and it causing a problem for removal. Did yours just come out easily? Im tempted to ask for an ultrasound to check that it’s normal so I don’t have to experience discomfort if it doesn’t just slide out. I also know my strings went tucked into my cervix so im nervous. I had a check for them and that’s what happened, she pulled them back down, and when I stopped feeling them again I never went back bc I knew already.
Thank you so much for doing such a detailed and informative video! X
I get mine taken out tomorrow and I’m so glad I watched this. I feel so much less anxious. :)
I just had mine taken out today. I definitely agree about immediately feeling better. I started uncontrollably smiling after walking out of the doctors office. I had the Mirena in for four years. I gained close to 65 pounds and could not drop the weight. I recently began exercising for over an hour everyday (no breaks) and decreased my calorie in take. And somehow, after doing that for two weeks , I GAINED 4 pounds. There’s no way that that should’ve been the case, and after doing research, I finally switched doctors and had it taken out. I’m hoping that I can drop this weight a lot faster now.
Other symptoms I experienced (severe): anxiety, depression, cramping, bloating, large cyst on ovary
Moderate: spotting, unable to focus.
So far: I’ve had the mirena out for 1 day and can say I am feeling the best I’ve felt in 4 years. I can think clearly and feel generally happy. I am hoping to start seeing the pounds fall off
Any updates?? I got mine removed 2 weeks ago and I'm doing the same thing as you and I can't lose any weight yet!! 😔
I just feel more emotionally stable but somehow I do feel like mirena hasn't complety worn off from my system!
@@jessymairena7483 I’ll tell you that I’ve definitely lost weight. I haven’t had the chance to do as much exercising with starting this new job and full time college, but I’m still losing weight! My hormones feel like they are stabilizing more and more. I am no longer suffering from anxiety, and have very few bouts of depression. The cyst on my ovary is completely gone and my periods are regular. I am extremely satisfied with my decision to take it out
@@sarahliz7235 thank you for your response!! I totally agree with you.
I believe removing has been one of decision I have made.
I hope our bodies can go back to normal 🤞🤞
Any update on your weight loss?
@@JMJMJ1 hi! I have pretty much stabilized close to the weight I was before I had the IUD inserted. Still about 20 more than I was before but still lost. I feel much more healthy with it out!
Since I've had my IUD taken out about 2 or 3 weeks ago, my acne is clearing up thank goodness.
Definitely making an appointment to get mine removed. I’ve noticed that I am starting to have major hair loss that I was not experiencing before my IUD. I’ve been on it for 3 years and the last years been the worst!
Hello. Have you had your IUD removed? How’s your hair loss been ? Thanks
I just had my iud removed yesterday. I had had 1 for 11 years. Periods have been gone for quite some time which was awesome, but definitely have had bloating and the feeling like something is just sitting like a rock in my gut, almost constantly. Immediately after removal my belly feels deflated and lighter! I'm a bit nervous about my body readjusting, but my husband had a vasectomy and I want my body to run it's natural course. Hoping I don't experience the Mirena crash!
I got mine out 2 days ago and already am LESS BLOATED and feeling back to my self. Mine was causing severe anxiety, weight gain and brain fog. I even feel LIGHTER now in just 2 days. Yay and great video.
I removed mine today after 2 and a half years. I haven’t felt like myself while on it. I cried happy tears. Did it at home. I’ve been wanting this out ever since I got it. I’m so glad to come across this video and see other people who relate in the comments.
Me too girl I felt crazy crying but it was happy tears
Did it hurt bad when you pulled it out??
Finding it kinda hurt. But I felt it come out of my cervix and it didn’t hurt at all.
Im removing mine tonight. Thank you for giving me the confidence xxx
You have wonderful speaking skills!
Thank you 💗
I just had my mirena removed today and I had that same weird feeling. It was like my body took one huge sigh of relief. It's only been a few hours, but I already feel so much better. I had the IUD for 5 years and noticed such a significant change in my overall personality. My hormones were so out of whack. I gained so much weight and I haven't been able to lose it. The only thing I liked about the iud is that I had relatively no periods. I cant even remember the last time I had one. It's not for everyone honestly. I'm just happy that my body can now do what it's supposed to do on it's own without all the extra hormones.
XxIzzyDizzyxX Had mine fore 10yrs. Just has it removed 2 days ago! I’m am so much happier, my moods are normal again. I feel you on everything you said!
I removed it three weeks ago and my emotions are so off sometimes. Did you experience acne? if so, how long after you removed it
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I immediately felt a huge relief, my walk is even different as if its been in wrong for years
All these comments helped me so much and made me realize I’m not crazy and not alone for thinking my IUD was making me crazy! The only good thing I’ve experienced on it was lighter periods and cramps and obviously not getting pregnant. Throughout the 6 months I’ve had it I’ve had horrible crippling anxiety and panic attacks, heart palpitations, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, extreme bloating, trouble sleeping, loss of sex drive and gained at least 15 pounds. Ive never gained so much weight in a short time period ever! I’ve thought there must be something wrong with me due to all the side effects and have considered getting anxiety meds and starting therapy but then I did my research and realized that the symptoms are all from the IUD. My anxiety gets so bad I shake and my mind never ever shuts off from thinking about bad things that could happen and also it’s made me into a hypercondriac. I made an appointment today to get it removed and it’ll be worth it and worth using condoms and being safer with sex. I’m so tired of having it in me cuz it’s not like u can just take it out yourself (u could but u shouldn’t lol) or stop taking the pill like birth control pills. Reading all the comments helped me so much and hopefully I can help you too if you’re going through the same thing. I promise you you’re not going crazy, it’s the mirena
How was your removal? Going through the exact same thing :(
@@madisonochoa7276 it was super fast and easy. It felt uncomfortable and like a sharp internal cramp for a few seconds but that was it. I instantly felt better having it removed! You’ll do great!! It’s worth removing it
@@loveandbeauty221 thank you sooo much!
I’m getting mine removed next week and I’m so excited to have my body back!! I can always feel it. I always have a twinge of discomfort in my pelvic area, a fullness, and I’m starting to wonder if it’s causing my other issues too like anxiety/depression, weight gain, bloat, etc.
can't wait to get mine out! 6 months in and each month I get more depressed, mood swings, anxiety and insomnia soooo bad. ive got very light periods but I'd rather have them and feel normal lol, looks like I've progesterone intolerance. Synthetic hormones hate me!
I got mine removed today after only 6 months, and my body sighed and I felt my uterus adjusting back to calm. I had the worst cramps and so much weight gain on it that would not budge from working out everyday for 2.5 months! I am soooo happy this ish is gone!!! Im glad I listened to my body and that my Dr. was supportive and always honest.
Have you lost weight since having it removed? I got mine removed Monday for the exact reason
I’ve had mine for a little over 18 months. I’ve gained 25lbs, bloat 3 weeks out of the month and now I’ve started having a weekly cycle. SO DONE. It comes out in 2 weeks.
I know this is off topic, but I love your lip color! What is it? Thanks!
Omg! I’m getting my iud removed in February because I gained SO much weight WITH diet and exercise!!! And I can’t lose any!!! I was recently alerted by my doctor that this is most likely due to my birth control ! I have the Khyleena which is made by Mirena. Everything bad that you experienced like the mood swings, cramping, etc. etc. I have as well!!! I can’t wait to get this out!!! Thank you for sharing and being so transparent!
Sara Rupp it’s March now... how ya feeling?
How are you with weight loss now in May?
Update?
I got mines removed yesterday and I feel so much better. I gained 30 pounds, neck acne, depression, ph balance was off, and really bad random cramps
This is me now and I can’t wait to get it removed on the 28th before it I was on a great fitness journey now it’s all gone to shit. And no matter what I do I can’t lose the weight
I will remove mine next month. I have had it for 6 months, blood spots, cramps, looks like am still pregnant due to bloating. Gained 19 kg. Depressed and anxiety. High blood pressure. I can't wait to remove it.
Hi I got mine removed today! Just wondering if you lost weight since.
Hey everyone yes I got mines removed. I lost 11lbs and my sex drive also improved which was a plus.
Omg the neck acne and depression! As soon as my guy moves I’m going to get mine removed. Hopefully it helps!
I had mine for 6 months. It was hell. I was sick CONSTANTLY with upper respiratory infections and leg edema. When I couldn’t take it anymore, I called the office crying from lower back pain, a feeling of gloom and doom, and exhaustion. They removed the IUD and did a follow-up ultrasound a week later. I had a cyst the size of a ping pong ball on my left ovary. Four weeks later, I had a follow-up ultrasound and the cyst was gone. I felt the same feeling of just being lighter and leaner without weight loss. I’m still struggling with the weight loss because I put on 20lb with the IUD. The fact that I feel so much better definitely helps with the outlook. My periods are regular. Unfortunately they last longer than 2 days and my PMS usually consists of bloating and ridiculous crying jags, but I lose the bloat. I’m just going to deal with the flood gate that opens like the Hoover dam on the first two days because I refuse to mess with my body again after my Mirena hell. Good luck on your journey! You look happy, healthy, and beautiful!
I’m literally crying because I got the IUD after having my daughter in 2016. I developed hyperthyroidism months after getting it. Took the medication for the thyroid now i have Depression, my skin changed and weight gain. My appointment to get this removed it’s Friday it’s been 5 years now so I’m done. I’m literally so tired. It’s been a long battle leaving me so insecure and unhappy with myself I dont even take pictures with my daughter. I went from 125 and I’m short!! I’m 5ft1 and now I weight 189?? From wearing a small to a LARGE!?!!?! Wtf. So I’m so amped to get this out and get myself back to what I’m used to so I can live my best life.
How was it? did you lose weight? same thing happened to me . I’m planning to remove mine out a swell
@@carlyk9634 I’m also wondering how it went! I want to take mine out
make your appointment girl! don’t waste more time
I am getting mine removed tomorrow after having it for 3 months so glad this video reassured me
I'm getting mine removed tomorrow, I'm super nervous. I got it put in January 2019 and it was excruciating going in and for the week following. But now, I can't lose weight, I have horrible mood swings and cramps that make me nauseous. I'm excited but nervous, hoping for good changes after removal!
So happy I have found this video. Mirena is making me so miserable after 8 long years. I'm looking forward to having my body back and feeling like me again! Thank you for sharing 😊
Hey dear have u losse ur weight after removing...?
It feels good to know that I’m not the only one experiencing so many terrible side effects. I’ve had the Liletta IUD for a little over a year now and I’ve gained at least 35-40lbs while exercising and maintaining a healthy diet☹️ The hormonal acne is awful, I’m border line depressed during my cycle, and my cramps are excruciating! I’m glad say that it will be removed one week from today😁
I"ve had my Liletta for about 10 months, about 2 weeks ago started to get acne. I haven't had that in years! it is soo depressing. Did your acne go away when you got it removed? did it take awhile?
@@irisblanche1980 hey! Yes, my skin cleared 90%. I still experience mild acne but it’s way better than before.
Yes!!! That immediate feeling! I thought it was in my head but spot on : there's a lightness or a weightlessness to my body already. Less weigh down. Video is great thank you! 👍🏽
You're so welcome!
I had my mirena the full five years and I got pregnant and had a miscarriage when I was 41, that thing caused so much trouble.
My removal was SO painful! But I loved it when it was in.
I will share my story. Had Mirena for about 12 years. First one swapped after 5 years, second one was still working at 7 yr mark but had it removed with no new one just to get my body ready for menopause...back story, I weighed 110 lbs...12 yrs later...161 lbs. While having it in no problems, no periods from the start, figured weight gain was normal aging (I'm 50 now). Since removal just over one year ago periods come and go, pre-menopause so normal, but my weight is 121 lbs with no extra work or diet change, it just dropped off! Thought I had some terminal disease, but dr could not find anything wrong with me so went searching for similar weight stories with Mirena removal...YAY it's normal! But really I just feel great without all the extra weight, hate not knowing when/if I will have a period but such is life of an aging woman....
Wow ... I’m getting mine removed in 3 weeks and can’t wait. I have gained almost 20lbs since I had mine put in 2016
Just had mine removed today after 11 years(2nd mirena) I weighed 120 now 160. I really hope that this helps
Did you take any vitamins? Anything for your pre menopausal? How you feeling now ?
Had mine removed today. Went from 139 to 149 lbs on Mirena... so here's hoping I lose the 10 haha. I am very active and eat well.
I had my second Skyla removed yesterday after six years and I immediately felt a sense of “relief” and very “Free”, I feel like myself again 🤩
Congratulations....I got mine removed today, and felt like a bolder has been lifted off my shoulders. I had it for 2.5 years and I gained over 30 pounds and was miserable.
How do you feel now?
@@jerelynmorris9459 how do you feel now after 2 months ?
omg I got mine out today and the relief you describe is exactly how I felt. I'm hoping I will be able to sleep again after 2 years
I’m so glad I found this comment section to validate everything I’ve been going through.
I just got my Mirena out yesterday after 2.5 years. I ALSO felt an immediate sense of relief walking out of my OBGYN’s office. All day today I have been happier, less anxious and just physically feel more connected to my body. I haven’t had a single period since the insertion and I am very excited to have it back soon🤞
Was there any discomfort? Had an appt today to get it out and my cervix wasn’t dilated enough so they are attempting Monday :( I’m so scared today traumatized me a little bit. I’m so worried it moved around and it may be stuck and they won’t be able to find it
There was a split second of maybe 4/10 pain. Very very minor. And a very tiny bit of bleeding afterwards. I think everyone’s experience is different. I would express any concerns you have to your doc beforehand for sure!
Had mine for less then a year I gained 50 pounds!!!! I have never been like this. Finally had enough removing it!!!
Sabrina Nelson did you lose weight??!
Yes removed yesterday lost 3 pounds today! Yay
Update in less then 48 hours after removal after eating breakfast lunch and dinner I lost another 2 pounds so 5 pounds in less then 48 I feel so much happier even tho I have mood swings and cried today for no reason but I think that’s normal because the body is adjusting from all the hormones in the iud
@@sabrinanelson6678 getting mine removed tmora I have put on 3 stone in 2 years x
Omg! I had the same experience, just had mine removed yesterday and replace with a non-hormonal IUD. Did you lose any weight?
So want mine removed! I’ve pretty much made my mind up now. Thank you for sharing your experience
Thank you just had a removal today!!!
Also, my doctor told me that some women may experience their IUD almost completely embedding in their uterus if they allow the IUD to stay in past the expiration date of 5 years.
I will not be putting myself on birth control at all!
My experience was opposite. I had the IUD for 3 years and the beginning was rough as the insertion caused inflammation to my cervix, I experienced some pretty intense pain periodically during the first 7-8 months. After that adjustment period it was wonderful. I had light to no periods, my metabolism seemed higher (I ate a bunch and my weight never fluctuated) and I had tons of energy. I didn't struggle with any acne or skin issues or even cramps. I had it removed and since then it has royally sucked, hormones and mood swings. Huge flowing periods, weight gain, and fatigue. I'm now pregnant (experienced these things well before pregnancy) and cannot wait to get my IUD back in after having this baby. I miss it, so!
Did you have an estrogen dominance issue? I think I do since I gain weight in all the typical women areas, legs, thighs, breast, buttocks, upper arms. I have cramps so bad I faint and vomit. They want me to get it to supposedly lighten my periods and stop the cramps. I also battled with weight mt entire life, likely due to the influx of hormones. All these negative comments ar making me so nervous, Im about to cancel my appointment! Ugh!
@claudia bradford yes a bit!
@@HoneeyBee3 is different for everyone! If you're struggling it's worth a try!
I had mine removed 3 days ago and I’ve been having the heaviest period ever. But I did notice that my mood has completely changed. I’m so glad I got it removed. I haven’t been able to lose any weight no matter how hard I try. Hopefully this helps.
shelby phillips hi please can u tell me what happen regarding ur heavy period after taking the coil out! Did it stop Thank you
I know you posted this a year ago, but after the initial bleeding did you bleed for months after? I'm struggling heavily with that
@@xxxghosthunterxxx7658 hey I just got mine removed a month ago got my period yesterday but it’s heavy period wunder if that’s normal !
@@xxxghosthunterxxx7658 it regulated after about 3 months!
@@nancygomez3701 it’s normal but it regulated after 3 mintgs!
I love your lipstick color!!!
I’m experiencing the same thing. 😩 I’m going on a year with it now in May and I was searching the same thing is this normal ?? I have had thoughts of taking it off but I’m scared of getting pregnant. But after seeing this video it’s coming out!! Thank you for proving me that I’m not crazy. 🥴
I’m removing mine Monday. I’ve lost 45 pounds while I’ve had my Mirena but I think I would lose more if I had it out. I need to lose 50 more to be at my goal weight.
Did you lose weight faster after?
I took out my mirena. I only lost another 10 pounds. I had problems with my feet so I haven’t been active.
I’m on my 3rd! Thankfully, no issues whatsoever, no periods. Having mine removed soon and am nervous. Thanks for sharing!
I’m on my second I’m the same no periods but terrible pain every month
I’m on my second one thinking on getting my third , I always had so much bleeding and pain numbing on legs so the iud was the best option for me .
I’m almost 40 now and I’ve gained weight and I’m alway struggles to gain weight .
I get really bad migraines but I’m not sure if it has anything to do with the iud .
Have you had side effects after removal?
I just got mine removed today and felt light and a sense of peace.. I hope my back pain reduces because I think that’s where it came from and I hope my dreams become more clearer
I am so glad to hear that you experienced bloating and it went away! I am so extremely uncomfortable and it was around the 3 year mark that my former great Mirena experience turned to unbearable looking 6 months pregnant with just bloating.
Mine caused me to have severe acne and when I had my period I had the worst PMS I wanted to die. I bled for 6 months straight.
I still have my IUD and I just started researching today. But I’ve been thinking about taking it out. I’ve had bloating, increased appetite, 50 lb weight gain, increased acne including body acne, mood swings and insane social anxiety. I’ve gone through periods of constant healthy eating and exercise and lost only 5-10 lb max.
Same. I have an appt for next month to get mine out. I've gained 40 lbs and all in the belly. I look pregnant
Same. I’ve never had a “bad” lifestyle? I’m always on my feet… eat good.. exercise… but I gained 50lbs. I increased my workouts and dropped calories and changed to eat better and nothing. Like only 5 lbs. I get mine taken out next month. !
@@ambermcguire8019can you report any positive changes a year later? I have gained 10 lbs and I’m constantly bloated/heavy/emotional.
I exercise a lot and nothing helps. Can’t wait to get mine removed!
@@savvyk2165 can you report any positive changes a year later? I have gained 10 lbs and I’m constantly bloated/heavy/emotional.
I exercise a lot and nothing helps. Can’t wait to get mine removed!
I have been one of those "by the text book", it worked great for me. Before that I had used the copper one and I had heavy and lengthy periods. You are right, everyone is different and we metabolize medication in a different way. Glad you're feeling better now.
The removal was like one solid cramp and that was it. I’ve had some light cramping (I’m day 3) and bleeding but the mind lightness! My mind felt so free!
I’ve had the mirena for 5 years got pregnant now I’m on the Kyleena and I’ve never gained so much weight and I’m vegan!!! It’s horrible mines is coming out next month can’t wait to see what’s going on. Your husband is awesome to make that decision with you
Getting mine removed next week. Losing my hair, like a lot! Also, caused me to have crazy mood swings, pelvic pain, & just overall feeling shitty.
Had mine for 10yrs, I didn’t have any problems outside of bad depression! But I will say I couldn’t lose weight worth poop! I didn’t gain any either and have always been fit, but my muscle wouldn’t grow nothing seem to move. I can’t wait to hit the gym again. It’s only been 2 days since I’ve had it out, but I feel amazing. Low key, can’t wait to see my first period again after 10 yrs!😳
I’ve been having mines for 3 yrs now I believe and I think I’m finally at my breaking point with it. Cramps hurt so bad to even stand up straight hurts with the cramps. Didn’t even think about how bad my anxiety has gotten as well as my weight gain & acne ... I’m just gonna have to remember to take that pill getting this removed soon. I want to feel better too
I'm so ready to get mine out in March. I haven't had a period in about 5 years (ive had 2 cycles of my IUD) but not having a period isn't worth (for me) all the depression, weight fluctuation, lethargy, anemia, brain fog, and mood swings officially have me over it.
As a Hypothyroid patient, who's hormones are all out of wack to begin with I just got mine removed yesterday... So relieved!!! That feeling you described early in video 😊 I've had two mirena over the past ten years, I can't even remember what it felt like to be free of that thing... Honestly, it works but you'll risk your liveliness... Literally felt like I was dying everyday!!!
I'm glad you're feeling relieved about it. I definitely don't regret it.
I also have hypothyroid. I have a apt to get my Mirena out on the 21st did your thyroid improve after?
Have you had bad side effects after removing Mirena ? I’ve had 2 Mirena , scared of the bad side effects
@@DivaandtheDivine i get me removed on wednesday and get test for cancer for it i am scared i get test it what cancer i will get ??..
I got my first iud 14 years ago, after my first babe, had it removed for about 1.5 years around year 3.5. Had my second child during that year and a half, then have had 2 more put in totaling 9 more years. I am finally having it removed next week as I just can’t stand it anymore. I loved it for a long time, but my symptoms seem to have only been bad for the last 2 years. I am terrified to get my period but also excited. Thanks for all the good info
Thankyou so much Mirena for your valuable video.❤️
My pleasure 😊
When I first got it, my whole body was itchy for 2 months! My period never stopped, but it is lighter (but lasts longer -_-), and it also causes a weird embarrassing strong odor. I also gained 40 lbs and can't seem to lose it! I plan to take it out soon!
Omg it made my whole body itch too!!! I thought I was the only one!
I got the Merina put in 2.5 years ago (three days after my 21st) I got it put in because I was bleeding for 3.5 years straight... after a year of begging my dr to get it out and threatening to pull it out myself I finally got it out yesterday and I have never felt so good, something incredible happened the moment it left my body, I have never recommended it nor will I never recommend it to others. It stopped the bleeding completely with bleeding from time to time, hopefully for the first time since I was 17 I’ll get a actual period, it’s been 6 years since I’ve had a actual period
My husband and I have talked about me getting off of my IUD. I’ve had Mirena for about 2 1/2 years now and had Skyla before having my daughter. With Skyla I continuously gained weight and thought it was due to work/moving in with husband and bad eating. Before having my daughter I fought to lose weight and struggled until the 3 months free of bc before getting pregnant. Since getting back on bc, I’ve struggled so much with losing weight. It doesn’t want to come off no matter the diet/exercise routines I do. My skin is also horrible, I’m tired, and my mood has gone down to the point I’m on antidepressants. Hearing your story and looking more into getting off is making me hopeful!
Getting mine removed tomorrow!! Im so excited. Im also so grateful to have found this video and all these womens helpful comments about their own experiences! I literally thought there was something wrong with me. I had it put in 2.5 yrs ago after the birth of my son. I gained more weight after i had him then i did in the pregnancy. I work out religiously and stay in a defecit. I cant seem to shake the last 25lbs and it took years to lose the first bit of it. My mental health suffered also after childbirth. I had PPD but now im wondering if the IUD intensified and lengthened that. Skin is awful. Today i made an appt to get it removed luckily TOMORROW after having a 4 day bout of debilitating anxiety. After hearing all this, i have some hope that im not just crazy and this could potentially be causing or at least amplifying these issues ive been having!
i've had my IUD for almost 2 yrs now and the acne has gottan so bad for me and only on one side of my face! also my mood swings are so bad, im looking forward to getting it removed sometime this month!
lydia same! I just got mine removed today. I had it in almost 3 years. The left side of my face has had big sore acne flare ups getting worse in the last 8 months or so. I finally figured out what I think is the cause, and said please take this out of me! Other symptoms also, but the acne was definitely the most annoying
I had mirena for 5 years and now I’m 3 years into Skyla... my hormonal acne is only on my left jaw line and hurts soooo bad!
I’ve gained so much weigh in the 2 years that I’ve had it. I’ve also been unable to lose weight even though I exercise consistently and eat well. I just booked an appointment to have mine removed and I hope it helps. All my doctors and websites keep saying there’s no weight gain with it but that seems to be a lie.
Any update?
@@JMJMJ1 I’ve lost most of the weight that I gained from being on it. I feel a lot better in general as well.
That’s good news! I’m gonna have mine removed in 2 weeks and I can’t wait! I’ve gained 50 pounds since I’ve had it in!!
@@childhoodshour how much did you lose since getting it removed? And how long after removal did you see the pounds come off x I just got mine removed x
@@saffronmatthias1554 I’ve lost 57 lbs as of today. It took about 1.5 months to lose the first 15 lbs. It seemed slow at first but I’m happy that I was able to lose just about what I gained.
Yes I have had Mirena for 3.5 years now and have gained 40 pounds since I got it! I can't believe it but I just put it together and realized that the Mirena is why! I am an overall healthy active person and I have noticed my energy level is a struggle every day and that I have had no emotions about things like I used to! No sex drive what so ever! Now that I started researching other people's experiences I now know why! I am gonna schedule to have it removed!
I JUST had mine removed like an hour ago, and I feel so much clearer minded and relaxed. Just cramping.
I feel good and lighter having removed my mirena
I loved my iud for about 2 years. However I have been having cramping, I can't seem to lose weight.fpr about a year My period stopped after about 2 years. I also got ovarian cycts.i have always been healthy till my iud
I get it out on Wednesday and I'm hoping all these problems will go away or clear up. Thank you for this video, big help.
I'm glad you found this helpful!
I had a great experience with my IUD, but reading the comments about weight gain ... I’ve gained a lot of weight as well and always wondered if it was IUD related. I am already on my 5th year and am going to remove it today. I’m not looking forward to period ): but I hope at least the weight comes off!
I had a horrible experience with Mirena also. The doctor promised she would take it out straight away but then she wouldn't. So I dealt with it for way too long before going to another doctor that someone referred me to. She took it out and it was instant relief like you said. This was just a few days ago, so now I'm going through some hard cramping and bleeding. Next up, hysterectomy!! Yep, the new doc suggests a hysterectomy... I'm so down with it! Cut it out! 💗
I had my mirena for 5 years and i didn’t have any issues. My weight didn’t go up or drop honestly. But I don’t have any cramping honestly everything is the same as it was before I got it
Yeah, same, regarding no issues with a hormonal IUD. I had the Mirena IUD in for nearly two years. My OB provider placed the IUD around six weeks after my baby was born, and I had it removed last month in order to try for a second baby. I was looking for anecdotal information regarding how long it took women to get pregnant following IUD-removal then found myself deep in a rabbit hole filled with people who had side-effects and adverse reactions. It's important for patients to share positive experiences, too; otherwise, women (and especially teens), will be afraid of an effective method of birth control that has a lengthy history of causing more good than harm. I'm really glad you shared your positive experience with the Mirena IUD, Kimberly.
Update: I got my period once & got pregnant later that month. Fear unfounded.
I just got mine removed today. I had gained weight, become depressed, suicidal thoughts for the first time in my life. I got a kidney stone (wut?!?). My mind and feelings already feel better... Thank goodness!
Day two without... My tummy de-bloated and the scale is down 4 pounds.
Less than a week later and my while body deflated. Feet, hands, wrists, arms, neck, shoulders, tummy, hips.
Thank you so much for this helpful information. ♥️
I've been on Mirena for almost 12 years. My body seriously doesn't feel like mine. But I definitely don't want anymore children. So I've just continued suffering...but I'm finally done with that. Talking to my spouse about getting the permanent male procedure. I'm looking forward to the day I can finally take it out!
I’m getting mine out tomorrow, I’m so scared my PMDD will come back with a vengeance. I turn into a monster :(
How did it turn out?? (I've been trying to find stories on PMDD sufferers who remove it as I'm in the same boat!)
SAME. Any further info??
I want to know too!!!!
@@suzieearley5850 did you end up removing yours?
@@ravenbarbour5319 I got mine out and went right on a low dose birth control (Aubra) and my PMDD is almost completely gone, although the first 2 months after getting it removed I was EXTREMELY tired
Getting mine out tomorrow! I’ve had countless horrible side effects for 2 years. I was in denial about how bad it was making me feel. I’m so excited to have this thing out of my life!
It was the best health decision!
Diva and the Divine I’m already feeling better honestly it’s a huge weight off my shoulders!
What sort of side effects? How are you feeling now that you have had it removed?
@@catherinekhesin9440 hello! My doctor said it was unusual to have the amount of side effects I had so I don’t want to worry you. I was sick for months after getting it put in and did not get better (I went to multiple doctors and had blood drawn and they couldn’t tell me what was wrong) later found out that hormone imbalance or sudden changes in hormones can cause lowered immune system (I can’t figure out what else it could have been, have never been sick like that in my life). I also had constant diarrhea for at least a year after getting it. I had no change in diet, no extra stress, nothing to attribute it to except for the hormone imbalance which can cause diarrhea. I also gained weight and got acne which I have never had acne in my life. I also had never had a yeast infection in my life and in the 2 years that I had mirena I got probably 10, they seemed constant. Plummeted my mental health and gave me mood swings. There was probably more but that’s all I can think of now. Not to mention it was extremely painful to get inserted for me .The positives were that I didn’t get pregnant and I had a very light period or no period at all. Now, after a year of having it out, I am so happy that I finally pulled the plug. As much as I enjoyed being worry free it was not worth all the side effects I received. Not a yeast infection since, no acne, better mental health, no mood swings, diarrhea, and better immune system. I can’t say I lost weight but I have been a lot less active since the pandemic started (around the same time I got mirena out). I hope this helps. I don’t want to sway your decision at all because I’ve also heard great reviews. Everyone’s body is different, this was just my experience. If it doesn’t work for you, you can always try something else out.
@@valerie9885 thank you for your response! I should have been clearer in that I ALSO currently have the Mirena and am getting it removed on Tuesday but am a bit fearful of the post removal side effects. I’ve been working with my naturopath and we have already confirmed I have a hormonal imbalance which affects my mood/appetite/sleep/stress management.
With the increased stress of the pandemic, I have found my mental health suffering, periods have become unpredictable, sleep/appetite are really bad, and PMS symptoms (in the event that I do have a period) to be pretty more intense than Im used to. I have also had chronic yeast infections with every period while on the Mirena, have noticed some hair thinning, developed anxiety, and a bunch of other crap.
Had My Mirena for over 14 years(October 2022 will be 15, been taken out and replaced several times) , have had some stuff crop up here and there out of the blue and disappear, could never find an answer, now I have them… Jan. 28th 2022 it’s being removed and that’s it! All done… been watching videos from others as well and it all fits now and has me wondering about a few other things. I’m excited and nervous because I’ve had it for so long what the results will be after everything is settled….. but I guess I’ll see 😊😊 Thank you for the video of your journey! It’s helped a lot!!
This is good to hear! I just got mine taken out earlier today (I was only on it for a year & half) and I’m hoping my bloating will go down. I only weigh 125 but have been doing heavy lifting, working out 5-6 days a week, hired a PT and I was still bloated !! So my main reason was because of my stomach bloat where I looked pregnant. I’m concerned about the bleeding - I’m anemic & before going on the iud I was bleeding heavy 7 days, with the iud I was bleeding very light maybe 4 days… but towards the end, I bleed for 3 weeks and that along with the bloat made me schedule my removal appointment
I gained 64 lbs I just got mine out today it blew my mind how simple the procedure was but getting a doctor to do it was a pain. I hope I can lose most of this weight.
update ? how are you feeling?💕
Does it hurt getting it taken out?
Taking it out after 2 years. I had amazing skin rarely broke out but 2 years in FREQUENT Cold sore breakouts that would come and go and repeat 😩 then the hormonal acne started all over my checks. I was literally dumbfounded and the FATIGUE. Ugh
I had mine removed yesterday and I feel so much better.
Hello Ladies, I'm curious about one thing...I had the Jaydess IUD for 6 years and I LOVED IT, had no side effects whatsoever, then switched to Kayleena about a month ago and I immediately started blowing up, I gained so much weight in just 3 weeks! I felt so awful in my body so I got it removed a week ago and as much as I feel overall happy with my decision I haven't experienced any of the effects of the removal yet. I'd like to know from those of you who gained weight while on the IUD and lost it when came off it, how long after the removal did you start losing the excessive weight? As I see it, it isn't fat but rather water weight, still very annoying. Thanks for your response!:)