Mirena Insertion

Mirena Insertion

Mirena insertion is painful for some women. The pain usually goes away in minutes. Taking pain medication — either ibuprofen or acetaminophen — 30 minutes before the appointment may help manage pain during the procedure.

Mirena can decrease menstrual bleeding after three or more months of use. About 20 percent of women stop having periods after one year of using Mirena.

As Mirena is a hormonal IUD, there are chances of weight gain. This weight gain is mainly due to the hormone progestin that causes water retention and bloating. Some lifestyle changes may be necessary to avoid weight gain, such as exercising regularly, eating healthy, and other weight loss methods.