Mirena IUD and Weight Gain

I went for the old fashioned copper coil. I'd rather have a period than all those extra hormones. It weirds me out... I have lost weight since coming off the progesterone only pill

So this is not really pertaining to weight gain and mirena, but i've noticed that since i've had mirena inserted i haven't been able to orgasm. I'm wondering if its because of mirena or if any of you ladies are experienceing this as wel.
Or maybe my partner just isn't getting the job done lol what are your opinions?

I gained 50 pounds in one year after getting the Mirena IUD. I went from being 127 to 177 and now am up to 185! This is ridiculous! I keep talking to my primary care doctor, endocrinologist, and the OBGYN doc but no one will listen to me or believe me. It took me almost a year to get used to all the hormonal side effects from it and I still feel like crap. Horrible PMS and my breasts hurting for months at a time is not great either. I originally got it because I was so anemic for so long from heavy bleeding. So great, I don't have a period very often any more, but Im a miserable depressed blob. Its NOT worth it!

My experience is weight loss...I am on my 2nd one.

Only suggestion is don't wait for the full 5 years...I will only go 4 this time as the hormones do decrease and I become a raving loon....and my husband said never again.

Mind you this time I am cycling (since January) but that is probably due to something else I need to have checked...not the IUD.

All n all great method of BC. As well my doctor told me that if you are going to use a hormonal method this one is the best...as the hormones are not travelling throughout our entire system to get where they are needed so ...

I have had Mirena for a little over a year. I have gained 20lbs, and have never been overweight before. I am eating healthily and exercising regularly and I have only gained weight. And it's not muscle.

I also have had cysts that develop and rupture, mood swings, acne, and NO sex drive.

My friends have it and love it. It all just depends on the person. I'm having mine removed.

I just had the Mirena put in last week. Had it put in day 3 of my period & it was a bad one. Period stopped asap, I have been a bit more irritated with some back pain. I am not active & sit at a desk. I am 45, 5'9 & 225. I want to loose 50lbs. I will keep you posted.

This is anecdotal, but I think it helps. I got the Depo to tie me over until my scheduled Nexplanon insertion. I was on the pill, but my blood pressure increased (thankfully, after coming off of estrogen my blood pressure went back down to normal), so my doctor recommended progesterone only.

The first month after Depo, I gained ~10 pounds. But not because of Depo itself, but because my eating was HORRIBLE. I had a voracious appetite. Once I realized that my appetite increase was most likely due to the shot, I pulled in the reigns and haven't gained weight since, and I'm now on Nexplanon, which can also cause weight gain, but I haven't had any. Of course all women are different, but there shouldn't be that many outliers.

When I discussed the weight gain with my doc, she said it's most likely due to increased appetite, exactly what I suspected.

So I guess you can argue that the weight gain is because of the BC, but it can be controlled if you're conscious about what you're eating and how much you're eating.

The weight doesn't magically appear. Think about it, how can you just put on 20 pounds if you're actually eating within limits and exercising as usual?

Watch your appetite, that's likely what's causing the weight gain.

I'm a trainer and professional dancer, and I got the Mirena for the first time in April. I have experienced weight gain, tender breasts, nausea, irregular spotting, mood swings... All sorts of stuff. I love the fact that it's free from "user error", meaning I don't have to remember to do or take anything for my husband and I to not get pregnant. But that's all I love. If my cycle was regular I'd definitely use Natural Family Planning.

I've had my Mirena since March 2010 and I'm almost 35 lbs less than I was when I had it put in. I have been consciously working on losing weight since then obviously, or I wouldn't be on MFP, but it hasn't hindered my progress. The only thing hindering my progress was ME - not eating well consistently and working out consistently. When my time is up with this Mirena, I plan on getting another one.

I've had it in for a little over a year. I had quickly gained 13 lbs and it's held steady, despite limiting my calories. I also started getting acne within one month of getting it (at age 30, for the first time ever), and have had a constant stream of acne on my chin since then. I have also noticed a non-existent libido. I talked to my OB/GYN about it. She said that about 5-10% of people who get Mirena have a hormone imbalance from it. This can cause all of those things. I'll be getting it out very soon. So, while most people won't have issues, some will. Those who do, may have a myriad of problems.

I am 45, no kids and got the Mirena on 12/19/2013. I have noticed I put on a solid 5-7 pounds. However, I am not going to immediately blame the IUD as there were the holidays, lack of working out and eating pretty crapy. I have my 6 week follow up next week and have decided to really focus on eating healthy, appetite control and exercise for the next 6 weeks, if I continue to gain weight, I am going to have it taken out. I do feel bloated and breast are tender every now and again but I still want to wait it out and keep it if I can. I have REALLY heavy periods that put me out for about a day and a half, I would really like to not have that anymore! I'll keep you posted.

got one 5 yrs ago....put on 10lb in that first month, but got it off once I cut calories. Dr said it wasn't due to the IUD...i don't believe her. BUT It is fantastic and in my opinion, was worth it. I am getting it replaced next month with a new one.

This isn't so much a weight gain question--I'm at my goal weight, can afford to gain a bit while I wait for things to even out. But can people tell me more about depression, loss of sex drive, and acne as side effects?

I semi-expelled my paragard (it was buried in the myometrium so they pulled it), and I'm trying to decide whether to put in another or go with a Mirena. My doctor doesn't like that my periods were so long and painful on paragard and wants me to switch, but I'm unsure.

I have been diagnosed with a mood disorder and I actually noticed once I switched to the Mirena I wasnt so testy, that was just me though. the only thing I would heed warning is that although your periods are not heavy on this ( they are so light I only really need a pantyliner to protect myself) You spot often the first while. I am still spotting but not as bad as i used to so i hope it will be eliminated at some point. If this weight starts to come off, or I see an improvement in my fluid retention, I will be PRO- Mirena,

Because lets be honest... who doesnt want to worry about taking a pill everyday and having peace of mind.

I have no idea if having a Mirena cause any weight gain, yes I've definitely put on lots but probably due to more than one reason! Anyway it was due for renewal so I phoned my GP yesterday and now its gone -Dr asked if I'd like to keep it as a memento - NO THANKS And I wont be having another put in as I don't need it right now. It is a brilliant BC method, I've had two in between pregnancies so i'll be interested to see what happens now . Not having any periods for 10 years it's going to be strange having them return, let see if my weight carries on going in the right direction and my moods settle down

I had one of the first ones fitted in 1997 and I am now on my 4th. Lost all my baby weight with it in, got it removed to have baby no 2 then am on my third since then. I am about 25lb heavier than after baby one but I am 16 years older and a lot less active. If it has made me put on weight, it has been worth it for not having a period for 16 years (except 3 between the first ones removal and getting pregnant again) LOVE IT