06-01-2013, 05:24
I also have the Mirena IUD. If you haven't had a pregnancy, the insertion will be quite uncomfortable (medicate first). Also, the first six months you may have spotting between periods and/or heavier periods, but that doesn't last.
If you already have heavy periods, I wouldn't suggest Paraguard (copper IUD), as it will make them heavier. Since Mirena releases progesterone into your system, it's a good choice if you're estrogen dominant [as I am].
I took two Tylenol an hour before my appointment, and two a couple of hours after. I had no complications; then again, I've hade a pregnancy (slightly larger uterus), and a doctor with enough experience and good technique.
If you already have heavy periods, I wouldn't suggest Paraguard (copper IUD), as it will make them heavier. Since Mirena releases progesterone into your system, it's a good choice if you're estrogen dominant [as I am].
I took two Tylenol an hour before my appointment, and two a couple of hours after. I had no complications; then again, I've hade a pregnancy (slightly larger uterus), and a doctor with enough experience and good technique.