r/Mirena

I met absolute peach of a person, fell in love, and then I got my IUD inserted 8 months ago to manage endo/bleeding. Worked like a charm for those issues, but has deeply affected my mental health. For the past 8 months, I've felt paranoid, depressed, and have had INSANE mood swings.

I feel distant from myself and I feel distant from my partner. After I got the IUD, I stopped liking him. Like not a libido issue, but an issue with us existing together. I felt joy being around him before and now I feel annoyed by the smallest things that never bothered me before. Obviously this has affected our relationship and I'm not sure how to move forward. We might be moving into a new place together in a few weeks and I feel so confused.

I removed my own IUD four days ago. I already feel less anxious, but I still feel different. For those of you that had it removed/removed it, how long did it take for you to feel normal again? If your relationships were affected, how long did it take for things to settle back into place?

I feel like I'm at a crossroads and I'm not mentally sound enough to make any decisions. This sucks!!

So I had my mirena inserted on the 10th of August and for a few days afterwards I spotted and then it stopped after a few days. My period was meant to have started anywhere from the 17th to the 20th August. I been having the most awful cramps(which for me is normal before I start my period) but these ones are like they are on steroid. They are so bad that I can’t sit properly and I can feel the cramp go down my leg. But that’ll happen for a day then I’ll get some spotting and I’ll have a day of no cramping before it comes back. This has been happening for the last 6 days off and on. I really need my period to happen mainly because I have a trip happening next week and also because these cramps are getting in the way of my day to day life. I have things I need to do and I can’t always rely on pain killers because sometimes they don’t work(I’ve been taking paracetamol and ibuprofen frequently for the last few years due to an old injury).
Does anyone have any advice they can give me or has smth like this happened to anyone else on the mirena?

Technically not Mirena, but Levosert which I was told is just the same in all but name?

I had the actual Mirena for 8 years previously, after my first child. I don’t really remember much about the experience at the beginning but loosely I remember it was a sore insertion, loads of cramping and bleeding for the first week (or more?) and then maybe a few months of progressively lighter periods until eventually they stopped altogether until years later when it was removed.

I’ve since had 2 more kids (5yo and 4mo old) and 6 days ago I had the Levosert inserted.

It was quite uncomfortable going in, and the cramping in the first days was not very nice. But I’ve had almost no bleeding at all? A little bit of red spotting day 1, then tiny bit of brown spotting the next 2 days and since then it’s been pretty much nothing. I’ve only had one period since having my youngest, which was last month and if they’ve returned with any regularity then I would be due again this coming weekend.

For anyone that had a similar first week with the IUS (aka almost no bleeding at all), what happened next for you? Did it kick in later? Did you have more periods? Did you later start more heavy spotting? Did by some miracle you just not get anything at all ever??

I know it’s different for everyone, but this sub is (understandably) full of people experiencing often extreme symptoms, so im just keen to maybe hear from people at the other end of the spectrum? Is it actually possible to get through this basically totally unscathed?

My (40F) OBGYN has been telling me for a while I should switch to an IUD, they use Mirena. I have been on hormonal birth control since I was a teenager. It started due to unexpected bleeding and periods and trying to help my acne. It only helped with the bleeding. So, I've been on the same one until a couple of years ago, then I started having abnormal bleeding. We switched my BC a couple of times in 6 months until we found one that didn't make me feel like I was going to bleed to death during my period. I still have much heavier cycles and cramps on this BC as well. I have break through, though less common. I have a polyp we are going to remove in a couple of months to see if that helps. She is encouraging me to have an IUD implanted at the same time (pending insurance approval).

So, my question is, what do I expect if I do switch? I've read articles and a few posts on here. And honestly, I'm re-thinking it. I see so many horror stories of emotion changes, mood swings, pain, etc. Once it's removed, everyone is fine. Has anyone had a similar situation/switch to what I may be doing soon? Does anyone regret the change? This would happen 2 weeks before my wedding (only good time before the holidays). I don't want to ruin my wedding experience or my first year of marriage with some of the changes many have experienced (we plan to stay child free). I'm honestly worried about the best choice. I know everyone is different, but I'm hoping someone has a good story to tell. Any advice is appreciated.

Hi! to give a little of context:

I'm a 20F, i Got on birth control for the first time at 16 (almost 17) I got Nexplanon (Long story short, my mom forced me to get it) since then, my weight has been a mess, I used to be very thin, my height is 5'5 and I usually weighted around 115lbs to 130 max, since I got on the nexplanon my weight went crazy, when I turned 18 I switch to the Mirena IUD hoping my weight and my periods would regulate, my periods did (a little) but my weight keeps being messy, since I got on Birth control I started to weight 165lbs+ (right now I'm sitting at 178lbs) which has been very hard for me. I go to the gym every week, eat supper healthy, it's not like I'm not trying, but at this point I don't know what else to do. I'm getting my IUD removed in two weeks (since I found out it is misplaced) I'm not thinking of getting it back on, I also don't know what other birth control to use tho and I know damn well I'm not planning to get pregnant lmao

Removed my iud after having it for four years, got it inserted June or 2022, and removed it August of 2026! After just 6 days, I already feel a huge difference in my mental fog and general anxiety. I believe our mind and bodies are extremely connected, and our bodies feel a physiological change/ emptiness once it is removed.

I had it removed because I was experiencing pretty severe hair thinning/ hair loss and really bad migraines.

I suspect the progestin was the culprit of the male pattern hair loss!

I’m Salvadoran and I’ve always had really thick and healthy hair, eat well and stay on top of taking my vitamins, and have no history of hair loss in my family, up until I got my iud inserted and ever since, the top of my head, and near where my bangs sit has gotten severely thin to a point that I could see most of my scalp through my hair when I looked into the mirror, the timeline only matches with the iud to a literal T! (lol just realized the T kinda looks like a iud)

I also just wanted to a take a break with synthetic hormones for a good few years to let my body feel its natural hormonal processes again! I’m also in a long term relationship and my partner is extremely supportive and wants the best for my health and supported my removal. The removal process was very easy going, the doctor had me cough and it was out before I even finished! Also just a tip, if you ever cut your iud strings shorter it might be harder for the doctor to grab onto them! I had my iud strings cut shorter a few years ago because partners were complaining they could feel the strings! So I had them trimmed, but the doctor had to search for them for a bit before officially removing them.

I’m a bit worried since I will now have to track my cycle through natural methods like body temperature / using an app and I’ve never done that before. It’s so disappointing how we’re not informed of our bodies menstrual cycle and being in tune with our bodies to know where we are in our cycle. I feel like I’m back in 5th grade health class the way I am desperately trying to learn fundamental things about my body and cycle that I was never taught. 🤦🏻‍♀️

I was considering trying the oura ring to track my temperature at night and through the day to best track my cycle/ when I ovulating. In addition making sure my partner and I use protection. My partner had cancer when they were a teenager and are basically considered infertile, so I am not too worried! But I will definitely be back to update on improved symptoms over the next year!

Would love to hear any advice with experience using natural forms of birth control or recommendations for methods that worked for you post iud <3 💗

TL;DR: I have adenomyosis + deep infiltrating endometriosis, with adenomyosis likely causing most of my pain. Despite doing a lot to manage it, I still need pain medication around 10 days per cycle to function. I’m very hesitant about hormones but am now considering Mirena. Did it genuinely improve your quality of life, especially pain/PMS/luteal symptoms? Did you experience psychological or sexual side effects?

I’ve had extremely painful periods since around 16/17, sometimes to the point of nearly fainting. More recently I’ve also struggled with severe abdominal distension, pelvic pain, disrupted sleep and PMS, with the luteal phase often being the worst.

I was recently diagnosed via MRI and transvaginal ultrasound with adenomyosis and deep infiltrating endometriosis around the uterosacral ligaments. From what I understand, the adenomyosis seems to be the main pain generator for me.

I’ve been trying to manage it quite intensively: pelvic floor physiotherapy, TENS, daily heat, omega-3, curcumin, vitamin D, Vitex and a multivitamin. Overall I actually feel better and less systemically inflamed, but the pain itself hasn’t disappeared. I still need pain medication for roughly 12 days of my cycle just to function normally.

One interesting thing I’ve realized is that some of what I previously thought was just extreme luteal fatigue/grogginess and feeling generally awful seems to actually be low-level pain. I sometimes don’t consciously register it as “pain,” but when I take effective pain medication, I suddenly feel significantly more normal and functional.

So I’m reaching the point where managing this from ten different angles is getting exhausting, and I’m considering Mirena/LNG-IUD, even though I’ve been very reluctant to use hormonal treatment. Preserving my fertility is important to me, so hysterectomy obviously isn’t something I want at this stage.

I’ve read that Mirena mainly acts locally, that many women still ovulate and maintain estrogen production, while it can significantly reduce adenomyosis-related bleeding and pain. I’d really love to hear real experiences from women with adenomyosis, especially if you also have endometriosis.

Did Mirena:
- genuinely reduce your pelvic/adenomyosis pain?
- help with luteal-phase symptoms or PMS?
- reduce how often you needed pain medication?
- affect your mood, anxiety, libido or general sense of feeling like yourself?
- affect your ovulation/cycle symptoms?
- take months before you noticed an improvement?

And most importantly: knowing what you know now, would you get it again?

I’d also really appreciate anything you wish you’d known before having it inserted…good or bad.

I am 16 and getting a mirena iud inserted soon because my periods are almost unbearable pain wise, If theres anything i should expect or prepare for please let me know! I will be getting local anesthesia for the procedure as that is what my clinic offers

I’m in my late 20s and had always been on and off the pill. I tried the implant in 2020 and it was terrible and made me break out and so came off it immediately!

I was put on the Mirena after having an abortion in March last year.
The abortion itself was a really horrible decision to make (I didn’t want to do it, long story) but the doctors decided to ask if I wanted the Mirena to be inserted at the same time, and in the midst of all of the chaos, I didn’t really look into it that much and just said OK!

First few months were fine. Until I started to get really painful anal cramps that would literally stop me from doing anything. I never saw a doctor about it (I have a habit of belittling my own problems) but when I went to my gyno later down the line she said that the Mirena was in the right place so perhaps the Mirena was just settling into my body.

SETTLING IN? These anal cramps literally felt like I was being stabbed down there. But I persevered and they did eventually disappear.

Now this is when it becomes quite horrible, 6 months in.
I started noticing some pimples here and there. I’ve always had great skin. Then before I knew it, I had so much cystic acne, comedones, black heads, a greasy forehead which I had never struggled with before. BACNE! And even CHESTNE! WHAT!?

But I put it down to me being stressed. Only that, I wasn’t even stressed about anything before the Mirena. But another thing this Mirena made me feel constant anxiety, constant depression. It made me lose my appetite.

I found it hard to get out of bed in the morning. I was constantly overthinking everything and I had a constant tightness in my chest, with a shortness of breath and a pit in my stomach. Always angry at people, and picking fights.

I slowly put two and two together and realized all of these problems were due to the Mirena. I researched the ingredients in the Mirena are the same as that in the implant.

Turns out some people can’t have the contraceptions that encourage androgens, and if you’re one of those people, you should be looking into anti or low androgenic contraceptive methods like Lizinna, Cilique, and Yasmin combined pills.

Upon removing my coil, I felt instant relief. It felt like there was a lot of pressure built up down there that was suddenly removed. On top of that the anxious feeling in my chest is disappearing with every day.

I have a new lust for life that I lost for the past year. I am able to look forward to things but most of all I can actually LAUGH!

I’m not saying this will be the same for everyone, but if you didn’t get along with the implant, the mini pill or the hormonal coil, you may be the same as me and benefit from the newer combined pills.

TW: ED/weight content

I finally got my Mirena removed today. Everyone's experience is different, but this is mine. If the Mirena works for you, great! I'm making this post for awareness reasons because I think I was poorly informed when I got the Mirena in and I am angry about it.

TLDR: Having considered all factors, I (32F, highly physically active) think the Mirena quietly made me gain weight and made it more difficult to lose the same weight (from approx 56kg to 75kg in 4 years). Was gaslit for years about the weight gain because 'it doesn't cause weight gain'. No other side effects. I've decided to have a 4 week break from hormonal BC but will eventually go back on the combined pill I was on pre-Mirena. I'll make updates on the removal experience.

Weight as at date of removal: 73kg.

Background

I got the Mirena in May 2022 and got it out today (August 2026). I've been on BC since I was 19 - I was taking the combined pill (tried several options initially, but eventually settled on Femme Tab ED 20/100) from 2014 to 2022. I swapped to Mirena purely for convenience reasons.

I have been physically active all my life. I'm an Olympian, retired from elite sport in 2018. After I retired, I completed my degree and have worked a high stress desk job since 2020. My relationship with exercise was initially stable in the first few years of starting FT work, (10-12h a week) but some life stuff happened in 2023/2024 that made me cut back to about 4h a week. I've now been back in regular exercise since the beginning of 2025 (about 8h a week - mixture of lifting, martial arts, climbing and dog walking).

Experience on the Mirena

My period stopped completely after the first 3 months. I didn't notice any negative side effects except steady weight gain over time (from approx 56kg to 75kg). Now, I know people are going to say 'lifestyle and exercise', so my data points are set out below.

1. Exercise & weight data

Until I got the Mirena, I NEVER had a problem with losing weight (I actually had issues maintaining weight before the pill).

• 2014: When I went on the pill - 52kg. Training approximately 25h a week.

• 2016: my lightest adult weight - 50kg. Training approximately 30h a week.

• 2018: retirement - 54kg. I cut back training to about 18h a week in 2017 (immediately post Olympics) but was still actively competing. I had a break in the end of 2016 (no formal training sessions) where my weight went up to about 56kg, but by the time I retired it had stabilised at 54kg.

• 2018-2021: I started martial arts in 2018 and maintained my existing gym sessions - approx 12h a week. Weight remained largely stable (54-56kg). I did occasionally do weight cuts for martial arts competitions, but these were not drastic cuts - they were more focused on stabilising water weight so it didn't unexpectedly fluctuate pre-competition (e.g managing salt intake).

• 2022: was 56kg when I went on the Mirena (I know because I had it done under GA and so was weighed at the doctor's office). Similar activity level as 2018-2021. I was about 61kg by the end of the year (I'd never weighed above 60kg in my entire life).

• 2023-2024: had some life stuff happen, was working slightly longer hours. Had a drop in activity levels, but was still hitting the gym at least a couple of times a week. Lots of ambient exercise (e.g. walking to and from the train, walking the dog etc). Went from 61kg to 70kg, and kind of fluctuated between 68-71kg.

• 2025-2026: no change in job but I made a concerted effort to stabilise my exercise regime and build back up to 2022 levels. Sorted out some stuff, got a proper gym routine going, cleaned up my diet a bit. Went from 68 to 75kg instead.

2. Diet

When I was an active elite athlete, I was in a sport that emphasised being thin (I was very lean - see my 2016 data point), and that's obviously not sustainable in regular life. EDs were prominent, and while I never suffered from one, I certainly had eating habits that would be considered disordered today. I've worked a lot on this, but for this reason, I do not count calories. I previously consulted sports nutritionists and have had many years experience in gauging the food on my plate honestly. For these reasons, I am comfortable as to my food assessments and that I'm not just saying 'im on a diet but i just can't lose weight'.

My diet composition has not changed significantly while I've been on BC (aside from the amount of food, which has generally fluctuated with my activity levels). I'm not a health freak by any means and have a sweet tooth. I cook 80% of the time, balanced, omnivorous meals, focused on whole foods. I do not restrict food groups. I take lunch to the office. I don't snack, I generally don't drink my calories (I drink alcohol, but I would say my consumption levels have been consistent, and I drink less now than when I was a student, for example). I'm pretty dialled in on what's nutritious, what works for me and my hunger cues.

As mentioned, I did occasionally 'cut' for martial arts competitions, but that was focused on stabilising water weight so I didn't get a nasty shock at weigh in. What I'd do then is just stop eating out and stop drinking alcohol for about 3 weeks pre comp - no other changes. I would typically drop 2-3kg this way anyway.

3. Stress and the impact of a sedentary life

As mentioned, I have worked a high stress desk job for the last 6 years. I'm not discounting the impact of stress on weight gain or loss, so some of the weight gain may be attributable to that. However, I still think the Mirena had an impact, because:

• Pre-Mirena, I typically lost weight when under significant stress.

• I was working in the same industry with similar stress/pressure from 2020-2022 (plus impacts of Covid etc), and I did not see significant / sustained changes in weight.

• Exercise levels did drop over 2023 and 2024 (see above), but I also moderated food intake to account for lower activity (I'm naturally not as hungry when I'm lower activity). Historically, my weight has been stable when I have periods of inactivity/reduced activity (or at most, 2-3kg variance).

• When I stabilised my exercise regime in 2025-26, my weight actually went up, without any real change in food consumption.

Other thoughts on the Mirena

I'm actually pretty angry with the GP that I was seeing when I got the Mirena put in. When I was discussing contraception options, I told her I was sensitive to weight gain as a side effect of birth control, because I wanted to avoid triggering old habits that I'd worked hard to eliminate. I was told repeatedly that it was not an issue with the Mirena at follow ups, and I really beat myself up thinking I was the problem and couldn't lock in. I was told that the Mirena was the same as the pill I was taking (nope, it's got a different hormone composition). I was told it lowered my risk of breast cancer (nope, it doesn't, your risk is elevated as long as you're on hormonal BC). My current GP actually remarked that the script I had previously was uncommon, because it was prescribed to me by a sports doctor, who monitored me and was very quick to respond to any complaints of side effects (in fear it would affect athletic performance). I can still do all the physical activities I love but my body doesn't feel like it's mine.

Removal was a fuckery too. My current GP AND an Obgyn attempted to remove it, and both couldn't reach the strings so I had to get it removed under GA. While the actual removal under GA was quick and easy, due to my mental health spiral over this I paid to have it done at a private clinic instead of waiting several weeks in the public health system. So not only has this cost me some of my sanity, it's actually a financial net negative at this point AND to add insult to injury, filling one of my pill scripts (4mths) is....$10. So while the Mirena is a great option for many people, it didn't work for me - I should have listened to myself and got it out sooner.

28f and i have a mirena IUD. got it in march 2025. i am a bit concerned because i havent had my period this month and i am 16 days late. I know the mirena does cause irregular periods, but i havent missed a whole period before.

should i be concerned or is it a waste of time to worry over it?

I got my mirena a month ago and haven't checked for them. I've been bleeding so don't want my bf to check for them and I'm weird about feeling unsure myself...so I'm curious how often are you guys checking? Or how often realistically should I have my bf check? Thank you

I have the mirena in since October 2025, and i've had a lot of issues since having it, pelvic pain, stomach and bowel issues, anxiety, i also have an ovarian cyst which I had before gettin the mirena inserted.

My doc has said if I want to get it removed they can put me straight onto a progesterone only pill.

Has anyone ever done this? Im wondering its Been for people and if you still get the mirena crash? Im just so nervous as I dont know what to do.

Hi all, I’m due to get the Mirena inserted next week and I’m really, really nervous about it (never had an IUD but have been on various hormonal birth control pills non-stop for 12 years). I’ve been searching in this sub but haven’t been able to find many experiences from people who said they were on hormonal birth control pills for years prior - I’ve seen a lot of negative comments describing hormonal/mood changes and other symptoms developing after getting the Mirena, but it seems like they might be first-time birth control experiences or coming from a baseline of non-hormonal birth control use.

I’m wondering if the Mirena (smaller amount of hormones and localized to the uterus) would actually be an improvement for me because I’ve been struggling with hormonal issues on the pill (mood, weight, breast tenderness, etc.)

I’m curious about other people’s experiences (good or bad) adjusting to the Mirena after long-term pill use. Thanks so much!!

Hi y’all, I’m getting my Mirena IUD removed in 10 days. I’ve been on this birth control for a little over 9 years now, I have a couple reasons for wanting it out BUT I’M ALSO HELLA SCARED LOW KEY.

I got my first Mirena IUD when I was 21, had it removed and a new one inserted when I was 28, now I’m 30 and just yesterday went down the feminine care isle at the grocery store for the first time in what feels like ages. I’ve been pretty lucky with both of my IUDs where I’ve had no period at all (at most I’d get spotting for a day every 3-6 months), and VERY mild cramping on a similar schedule. The spotting was never enough to warrant any menstrual products. Extra background info if needed: I’m not worried about the contraceptive part since I’m a lesbian. My period during my teens/early 20s was rough, heavy bleeding with severely painful cramps. I’ve never been pregnant or given birth. I also have a great gynaecologist who offers cervical numbing for the removal and is fully with me on post removal care and follow ups, and for my American friends I am in Canada so healthcare expenses are not a concern for me.

Basically! What menstrual products has everyone been using lately? I just bought my first pair of period underwear, but I’m assuming I’ll definitely need more than just the one haha, but how many pairs do people normally keep? I had a coworker recommend a menstrual disc to me over a diva cup, I had used a diva cup once before my first IUD and it was not very comfortable. ALSO, how (if at all) did your period change from how it was when you were younger vs in your 30s? And if anyone else has experience with hormonal IUD removal, I’d love to hear about how things changed for you/how your body reacted. Were there any changes to your mood? I’ve struggled a bit with depression, but looking back I think my worst episodes were while I was on hormonal BC. I started taking the pill when I was 16 (closeted with a bf) stopped briefly for about 3 years (?) before getting the Mirena. With both times, the 1-2 years post insertion were the worst for me mental health wise before easing up, but it’s always been an up and down for me.

I’ve had the IUD for so long, I can’t remember what my body is like off of hormonal BC. I’m not sure how things will change for me post removal and am pretty nervous. I’m anticipating another hormonal acne episode since I had flare ups for both insertions (which is SUCH a bummer because my skin JUST started clearing up). I’ve also read about some people experiencing a “crash” after their removal. I had migraines after getting this second IUD (which is what sparked my wanting it out), but I’m not sure if the IUD if fully to blame or if this is just how my body is.

If anyone is interested about my experiences post removal, I’d be happy to share. I’m planning on keeping a journal of sorts for my gynae anyways!

Thank you in advance to anyone who shares!

I got my iud in about 5-6 months ago and i feel like ever since then ive been dealing with vaginal dryness and sometimes make sex uncomfortable. Has anyone else experienced this or is it just me??

Hi everyone.

I posted on here sometime last year as I thought I would be getting my Mirena removed and had some questions about how long it takes to get pregnant. Well fast forward to July 2026 and I finally got my Mirena removed on the 22nd of July. While doing the ultrasound, the doctor told me she could see I ovulated around 2/3 days prior, and explained I probably won’t get pregnant during this cycle due to still having the IUD when ovulating.

I’ve been trying to determine when I should be expecting my period, and have been using flo(although the data is very limited since I didn’t get my period while on the Mirena).

I’m kinda hoping the doctor’s estimation was off and that I could get pregnant, but I’m also just trying to not get my hopes up.

According to flo I should take a pregnancy test tomorrow if my period does not start today.

Edit:
I did do a pregnancy test on the 8th of August which was negative. I’m just confused about what is supposed to happen now. I still have not had a period. And I have absolutely no idea where I am in my cycle.

I would like to track the journey I've had since Mirena IUD's removal two days ago (August 14, 2026). I've had the Mirena IUD after having the Implanon removed five years ago. Implanon made me bleed constanly, and after being told that Mirena IUD is the best BC with very minimal side effect (including no effect on weight), I opted to have it.

These past few years, my weight slowly crept up, then it became stable, and crept up again. To be honest, I was blaming it on my age, as I am now 38 years old. I was thinking that my metabolism has something to do with it. I have been wondering as I eat less, and I move around with my work, but I don't lose weight.

Until June 2026, I got the alarm that my Mirena IUD has reached it's 5-year mark — Time to be removed. As much as I love not having my period, or just a few spots in a month, I want to see if it messed up with my body. So, I booked with my doctor to have it removed. The removal was very quick, and way less painful than the insertion

Facts:

Before getting pregnant 2019 - 53kg.

38weeks pregnant 2020 - 65kg.

After giving birth - 57kg. (Implanon was put in a day after giving birth)

June 2021 - Mirena Insertion

August 14, 2026 - 73kgs. (Mirena Removal)

Hi everyone! I’m 6 months postpartum and still not on birth control because of how freaked out I am to make that decision … when I went to the doctors he was really against Paraguard because of the patient satisfaction rating, legit told me 50% of his patients remove it within 3 months..
thinking about the Mirena or the mini pill. I’m exclusively pumping so those are my options..
what have you guys done?

I’m hoping someone out there has had a similar experience and can help me navigate what’s happening right now!

I was on Lexapro 10mg for about 3.5 years. Was put on it for depression and Anxiety. Last July 2025, I got the Mirena put in to help with my Endo symptoms and extremely heavy period. I stopped taking the Lexapro about 6 months ago due to emotional blunting and crazy vivid dreams. I was feeling OK and then within the last few months, my anxiety has absolutely spiraled. I am having panic attacks multiple times a week. I’m anxious all the time not wanting to leave my house and not wanting to drive. My OCD has gotten really bad as well. The only thing I can think of that is causing this is the Mirena. I’m thinking that since I was on Lexapro, it was masking or treating the anxiety and OCD symptoms that the Mirena was increasing already. I’ve noticed that since I stopped having a bleed in the last couple of months, those symptoms have gotten worse, and I’m also having some spotting continually. It’s like I’m living in the worst PMDD at all times and my body is waiting to have a period to release those feelings but it’s just not happening.

I did have a parathyroid gland removed at the beginning of July and I know that can take a little bit of time to regulate, but I can’t imagine or find any information that the recovery causes all of these mental health issues so I really don’t think that’s the culprit.

I don’t really know what I’m looking for. I guess just maybe somebody with a similar experience or any advice on whether you think I should have the marina removed or keep it in and just see if things get better…