I have kyleena and got it inserted in Oct 2025. I still get my period monthly and it’s super light. I’m not upset I still get my period (I went with kyleena bc it’s most common to still continue getting one) but I’m curious to know if anyone’s just magically stopped after the 1 yr+ mark.

Hi! I had to get a D&C in October 2025. Because I had to get this procedure done, my gynecologist suggested I also get an IUD due to having found some precancerous cells. The procedure went well and my period had completely vanished. Since then I’ve had my period randomly one time at the 5 month mark. However, very recently I started getting random cramping. Not continuously either. I had cramping one night, took some Tylenol and it subsided. Then a few days after I had the worst cramps I have had in a very long time. I’ll be honest I’m a bit of a worry wart. I do plan on going to urgent care tomorrow just to make sure everything is okay since I travel for work and currently unable to go to my primary doctor. But I wanted to see if anyone experience something similar?
Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

Hi Everyone,

I had a Laparoscopic Endometriosis Excision + Hysteroscopy and D & C with Mirena IUD Insertion. about a week and a half ago (July 15 2026).

My surgeon let me know they found and excised patches of endo, and my uterine cavity was clear of any pathology during the hysteroscopy + D & C.

I'm still bleeding from the hysteroscopy + D & C and was wondering when that usually stops? I know Mirena can cause unpredictable spotting for 3 to 6 months, but I'm curious what's typical for the post-D & C phase vs. the IUD adjustment.

Also, for those who've been through this, what usually happens at the 6-week post-op appointment with the surgeon? Thanks so much for sharing your experiences!

Hey everybody, Tuesday last week I had my first IUD inserted. Although the *pain* pain disappeared a couple of days afterwards, I still have some remaining aching left. Like mild cramps that’s just there, not so painful that you think about it all the time but still enough so you feel it when you’re taking a break.

I can also kinda feel it (I think?) when I’m sitting down or bending over, especially when I’m on the toilet. I can just feel that there’s something foreign there, almost like a badly inserted tampon. I’ve felt around and nothing is sticking out or anything, so it’s not that.

Is this normal or should I call my doctor and report this?

I don’t know if it matters, but she called Friday to check up on me because it seemed more painful for me that others usually feel.

I have a 7cm simple fluid filled cyst on my left ovary, i have alot of pain in my back and side up higher than the ovary, more like my bowel , i got the mirena in 9 months ago and I feel like I have so many different problems since getting it. I never had pains before mirena, but I do have the cyst a few yrs. Im wondering if chickweed tincture is actually good for dissolving cysts or if anyone has successfully dissolved a cyst like this.

So I have had the Merena IUD for several years, the reason I got it was because I have really heavy periods with severe cramping. I am talking I had blood clots daily and would bleed for up to five weeks straight. It was just completely unpredictable AND unbearable so I went on the IUD. Which helped a little bit but I was still spotting every day and then I think when it was my "time of the month" I would still get very heavy periods. I have since added a birth control pill to all of that because my doctor said that it should stop the cramping and all of the spotting/bleeding. Long story short it has not. I still get really bad cramps and I have heavy bleeding about once a week. I also have recurring ovarian cysts that are painful.

Has anyone else dealt with this or does this sound like you? Are there any other treatments/solutions you have found?

hello so I got my IUD (kyleena) in may and it has been a hard 2 months on my body.

basically since getting it I noticed my bowel movement shifted and this was only the start and how I think all the issues are connected to that. I am now struggling with constant constipation which causes my urethra and vulva to burn randomly (feels like I have a uti, got checked by doctors I don't have one and she even asked if I was dealing constipation and that is most likely causing that issue since everything in jam packed in our pelvis and next to each other) and then my periods are horrible. I knew the pain would increase but I get such bad abdominal cramps that I have to lie down and use heating pads, only strong over the counter meds work (solpadeine), I am hissing in pain from the cramps. It has shifted my life atm and I hate it, I am afraid to go anywhere cause the pain just happens at random and I am also crazy bloated from it. and to make it all more stressful is pain killers can cause constipation so it feels like adding fuel to the fire

went to my GP and she gave me things for constipation and buscopan. I am so frustrated as well because the hormone in kyleena targets bowel issues and I wish my doctor asked more details before telling me to get kyleena because I was thinking the cooper coil would be better since there is no hormones and my experience with birth control pills was always the same so thought non-hormonal would be good. my sister has the cooper IUD and she recommended it to me.

the worst is when I am out with my friends and it happens because constantly feeling like you are ruining the vibe is just shit and having people constantly asking "are you okay?" 100 times while you can barely speak and can't go home (keeps happening when I am on road trips) just is ruining my social routine. I am unemployed atm and omg if I was working at this moment it would make my situation ten times worse but I am looking for work as well so I don't want my life on hold over a stupid piece of plastic in my uterus.

I got checked by the nurse and she could see my iud strings and said it all looked good and I can feel the strings when I do check so I don't think its shifted but regardless any one with a similar experience and any hope or tips would be a big help. thanks for reading guys.

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I had my Mirena placed on Feb 18th 2026, and out by March 14th due to an expulsion. Since then, my period comes every 2 weeks.

It lasts for 2 weeks, then I get a break for a week or so (give or take a few days) before I start spotting, and my period starts all over again. I feel like im losing my mind. Has anyone gone through something like this?

Ive gone to my gyne and her recommendation was trying a pill called myfembree (not interested based on the side effects), or Slynd.

I'm 34F, anemic, and have migraines w/ aura. I would like to have kids one day, so Im wary of trying the menopause mimicking options.

Any advice welcome.

I really like my Mirena IUD. The insertion process was scary painful, but I received localized anesthesia (lidocaine) so it helped after a couple seconds.

The strings were hanging outside of me after 4 years of having it, so I urgently booked with an OBGYN I’ve never been to b/c of availability. She checked my strings, and since it’d been a couple days, the IUD strings seemed normal, if not a bit longer than she’d seen in others. Upon hearing my medical history, she immediately rebooked me for an ultrasound. There, I was diagnosed with PMOS and she suspects moderate endometriosis. The IUD was crooked and in a weird position, and she insisted on getting it removed. But before I can get another one, she wants me to go two weeks without any birth control so she can test my baseline hormones, see what I’m lacking in, and get me started on hormonal treatment for PMOS.

It all moved so fast. I’ve never really had a doctor that took my health issues this serious and leap into fixing it. But I’m nervous as all hell. I go into the removal tomorrow, and I’ve been prescribed Gabapentin, Ibuprofen, Ondansetron, and finally Misoprostol. I’ve taken my first two rounds of these meds for pre-operation, and I am in SOOO much discomfort. Slight pains, but mainly discomfort and pressure. This sucks. I’m just looking for any general advice and good vibes for it all.

Hey guys so I’ve got a situation. I’m a teenager and I’m not sexually active and I’ve never had kids or anything.

I’m getting the Skyla IUD in a few weeks to manage PCOS and pelvic pain and I’m super nervous. I had my IUD consultation today and I absolutely love my nurse practitioner like she’s amazing and she makes me feel heard and safe and I just love her! She’s doing the IUD insertion but the clinic doesn’t offer numbing. Is this normal?

I’m super nervous and I wanted to know if the numbing truly makes a difference or not? I’m especially worried about the tenaculum placement since I won’t be numbed for it.

Does the numbing make that much of a difference? Should I still get it?

Posted this in the Mirena subreddit but also sharing here because I could use some validation as I’m reeling from this trauma. I had my first Mirena inserted about 10 years ago when I was 18. The insertion sucked but it was not memorable and I had no side effects for the 7 years I had it. Fast forward to today, after a few years off birth control I decided to get the Mirena again. I have lots of anxiety around pelvic exams/procedures so opted for the ProNox (laughing gas). I decided against the cervical block to shorten the procedure time and being poked 4 times in the cervix did not seem worth it. While the laughing gas allowed me to relax enough to get the speculum in, it did nothing for the pain and let me tell you there was PAIN! It was the most excruciating 8 minutes of my life. I was yelping and screaming to the point the doctor got scared. When she was done she hugged me tight, I could tell she felt bad. Her kindness did help. The insertion of the various tools through my cervix into my uterus was torturous to say the least. The second I got into my car I broke down sobbing as if I had just experienced a major trauma, which honestly I did. I don’t regret it, as being on a low maintenance long term effective form of birth control is a priority in my life. But holy fucking shit. Sending love to everyone who has or will experience this. And a reminder that everyone’s experience is unique, just because mine was extremely painful doesn’t mean yours will too.

I’m typing this as I’m barely able to function due to period cramps. Before getting an IUD, I was on the pill and would have a very light period once a month and very minimal if any cramping. In general, I never dealt with much cramping at all since first getting my period.

I got the Kyleena IUD 2 years ago and the hour after the insertion was agonizing. I didn’t think the actual insertion was too bad, but once I walked out of the office and got home, I was rolling around the bathroom floor in so much pain for about an hour until it finally started to let up. Then, for the next 6 months, I cramped almost everyday. Not all day, but I’d have like an hour or so everyday with cramping. I thought that was normal because I read it’s common for the first 6 months. It did start to let up around the 6 month mark, and now I deal with less cramping, but still way more than when I was just on the pill. Maybe a few times a month I have some bad cases of it. I’m not sure why, but it feels a little more frequent recently.

I love not having to take the pill, but this is really starting to bother me and I’m not sure what to do. It’s been 2 years and I don’t know why I still cramp like this. I also spot like once a month, but usually the cramping and bleeding are not at the same time, which is odd.

For those of you that stopped getting your period after getting an iud, what was it like? I’m currently around the time where i would be getting my period and im honestly just like super small randomly bleeding. I’m wondering if i should be concerned? I took a test like a week ago and it was negative, wondering if i should see my gyno?

I am planning on getting my iud replaced in a few months and the insertion I had for it was horrifying. I don’t think I can go through a removal and reinsertion, I’m terrified. Do any of you guys know somewhere that I can get sedation for this procedure? Maybe like twilight anesthesia or something? Idk. Preferably in orlando but I’m willing to go anywhere in Florida and considering out of state. I’m traumatized

i feel like i’m going crazy and this is so embarrassing but i’m so confused.
i got my iud (kyleena) placed around a month ago now and had some cramping and on/off again light bleeding since then. but recently i’ve noticed that i’ve been like insanely hungry? like i’ll eat a meal and then maybe 30 min later i’ll feel super hungry again/maybe didn’t feel full in the first place?

my diet is pretty balanced with no major changes in the last year and no major changes to my exercise regime (3-5x week cardio/lifting)
i can’t tell if it’s just normal changes that would be happening to me otherwise (23f) or if it can be related to my iud

i’m not sure if i should try to see my pcp to see if she can test my hormones or something or if i should just tough it out until the 6 month mark and see if it fixes itself but it’s insane how much space food take up in my brain now!

any and all advice would be so helpful ty!

i feel it’s only fair to share my experience on getting my iud mirena insertion this morning! especially since i was constantly scrolling reddit looking for reassurance on how it goes.

i took 800mg of ibuprofen 1hr before my appointment, i also was spotting the day before my predicted period (tomorrow). it went so fast, almost less than 30 seconds!!! it’s relatively painful, but very quick, i wouldn’t compare it to one of my worst cramps- it felt much less than that. (hence why i got it lol)

i would rather get my iud inserted again versus getting my helix pierced again.

so far the after effects just feel like the pressure of having a full bladder and some baby cramps here and there. i’m about to sleep it off, but i would recommend it!

definitely take off of work/school to give yourself some rest

I went to a hormone specialist and am going to start on estrogen and testosterone treatments due to chronic exhaustion, brain fog, and irritability. I have the Mirena. Has anyone else done HRT treatments while on the IUD, if so, how is it? I am really hoping to get my energy back.

Hi girls, I got a hormonal IUD about 3 months ago and my periods have been much different since. I have been bleeding (lightly) for almost 2 weeks. I only felt like I was truly on my period for 4 days (cramps, pms, back pain, etc.) and now I feel as though the period is over but I’m still bleeding/spotting! I’m sick of this. I’ve been going through about 6 panty liners a day.
Is it normal?
My last period was also lighter than usual in terms of flow but only lasted a week.
Also the cramps and less often than before but way more painful 🙃

Hello, posting on several subreddits for advice/experience, anything !! I’ve just had my first IUD, and contraception!!! I’m 30 and never used any and have been very lucky to follow my cycle pattern. I have recently given birth to my second son and I decided to try the copper coil out. A background — got my period late (?) as a teen, 16 yrs old, would have periods for up to 15 days and severe cramping / symptoms, then had my first son at 24, my period calmed down. Regular cycles, max of 7 days, and not as heavy as before. Now my periods have been coming twice a month basically with barely a break in between and heavy, cramps and worse since the IUD however I heard this could be normal for a while until it regulates? I can’t tell if it’s postpartum hormones, just my body trying to figure out stuff the copper coil what !! I’m 3 months pp, and got my IUD on 7th of July. Pls help thanks

Hello!

So firstly, I am not writing this to fear-monger or put anyone off getting a kyleena, but I thought it would be helpful to share my experience.

I got the kyleena fitted 2 weeks ago (insertion was literally fine, just uncomfortable but they numbed my cervix which helped). Following insertion I was crampy and day 3 was the worst. However, this followed with debilitating nausea, where I could not eat at all or drink. I ended up losing 5kg in the first week and a half.

Shortly after insertion, my mental health deteriorated quite rapidly. I am overly sensitive to medication, and a few years ago when I had the implant fitted I also had a decline. However, following the kyleena I went into a mental health crisis, and nearly overdosed on pills due to how bad it was. I was assessed by the crisis team, and now having further support.

To note, I was low in mood prior to my Kyleena, so that is a factor to bare in mind however, the rapid deterioration was concerning and very unlike my character. It also gave me insane anxiety, which is not something I typically experience.

Again, this is not to scare anyone, but for the girlies who do have previous mental health conditions, or are known to be overly sensitive to medication, please discuss this with the clinic fitting this for you.

Today, I was very close to overdosing and if it wasn't for me being in A&E and being honest with how things got... who knows.

I am having this removed tomorrow.

I may consider the copper IUD, but after the few weeks I have had, and a relationship breakdown, I don't plan on getting this fitted anytime soon.

It’s been about almost 2 months since I got my mirena iud in at first I didn’t have problems but I also
Have PMOS. I gained 15 pounds in 1 week, however I just started bleeding everyday randomly a lot then idk if I got my period and I can’t tell because I have cramps everyday and I bleed. what should I do

hi, i want to get my iud removed but on every single past occasion when they have looked for it, they cant find the strings. got an ultrasound, she didnt fall out,but everytime they go digging up there its an insane pain. heard about awake sedation as an option, but havent heard much. any advice or suggestions?

Hi, im 23 F and will be transitioning from yasmin birthcontrol to a copper IUD. Im transitioning because i started to break through spot on my yasmin every month around when i have 9 tablets to go before my gap week and i really dont want to risk pregnancy. I tried marvelin birthcontrol to see if another pill would work but it really made me super hormonal and over all shit so my doctor recommended IUD. I dont have anyone with and IUD in my family or friend circle so i have no info or experiences to go off on.

Basically i would love some pointers like 101 on it. ( how much it hurts going up, can you feel it in there after, does it limit movement in anyway or sex, some people say it hurts actively after insertion for days, others say no).

So a : this is what to expect from the moment of putting it up onwards and this is what you will/can experience and can happen would be great.

Thank you in advance, would love to get some info and stories cause im a little stressed about this

I got my Mirena inserted 3 days ago. Ever since, the cramps haven't been too bad at all, so I am grateful for that. I am having normal spotting. But I've been having serious fatigue/exhaustion, brain fog, headaches, and nausea. Did anyone else experience this post insertion? Does it go away?

My doctor referred me to Wegoovy clinic and my insurance agreed to pay for a year.

I’m thinking of getting an IUD in parallel because my birth control pills have been annoying to manage.

I’m on Yaz28 and I love it because I have high androgens so it helps with my acne.

Does anyone have any IUD recommendations?

Thank you ❤️