I think calling it "uncomfortable" is limiting. I know some women who describe it as uncomfortable but for me it was fairly bad pain, worse than any menstrual cramp and I had to do a lot of deep breathing to get through it. Other women describe it as extremley severe pain. Its kind of crazy that there is no pain relief offered.
Please, let’s all rephrase about the pain. It can be very, very, very painful. I had a severe amount of pain aswel. Way more then just period cramps. Or ‘uncomfortable pain’. It was the worst pain Ive experienced in my life, even though I can take pain pretty wel in used painkillers. I was prepared for the worst so it worked out. But it can be very painful (even with painkillers). Not all body’s are the same! My body responded with pain for 4 more months. Slowly degrading to ‘just’ pain for a couple of days before my period now (8 months). My periods are way less heavy and pain free. So I decided to keep it in and medicate throughout the pain (consulting with ceveral gyno’s ofcourse). The pain shifted from during my period to before. I’ve accepted it. I chose an IUD to manage my extreme periods. Not for birthcontrol.
Yeah, mine felt like I was being stabbed. It was unbelievably painful and I struggled to stay conscious. It was NOT just like a normal (or even intense) cramp. It was awful. But it was short (which is good, because if it had been any longer I would have thrown up)
So helpful ! I think it’s so important to talk about our experiences with birth control. There is so much we can learn and pass on to each other. This reaction definitely made me feel more confident with my IUD.
I almost broke their speculum because she was expecting my uterus to be bigger or longer or whatever so she didn't just touch the end of my uterus. She stabbed it. So she then had to pull the measuring device back out of me and then reinsert to get an accurate measurement. Before she could readjust it they had to crank the speculum back open because I had reacted so severely that it clamped almost all the way shut. And when they were opening it back open they thought they were going to have to get another one because they thought it didn't have the strength to keep me open. Like it was severe pain. There is absolutely no reason that pain management isn't discussed prior to insertion. Pills you take beforehand, cervical block, or whatever the patient wants needs to be administered. "Its uncomfortable" ok well part of your job is to make me comfortable or I am going to someone else who will. I'm done being disappointed by doctors. Strikes such a nerve when they say "oh well you don't need it for this. Its a minor procedure." First of all you can't tell me what is minor for me or not. Second you won't know if I need it or not unless it is discussed. My experience was terrible getting it in, but I didn't have side effects from it until probably halfway through the second year. I'd get a lump in my boob that would radiate pain and swelling before and during my period. Once my period was over it would go away. Other than that I wouldn't say I had any other problems with it in. I switched to it because I can't take birth control pills. They make me severely sick. I was down to 95 lbs the first time I was on birth control because I could not hold down any food. I was throwing up everyday when I ate something. So I switched to a different pill a little later and it gave me severe pain sexually. I thought I was allergic to his sperm or something. I went to get it checked out and there wasn't anything they found. I made him get his sperm checked and the urologist said its probably my birth control. Switched to the patch and those went away. After a year or so on the patch my skin started to react to the sun. I would burn bad no matter how much sunscreen i put on. No matter how long I was out. So I needed to switch again so I chose the IUD and other than the insertion I am fine with it. I also chose the skyyla because it has the smallest dose of hormones out of all of them. After they inserted it she said I wouldn't be able to have any of the others because they were to big to fit into my uterus. Even though they tried to fight me on it because I went in knowing which one I was getting and they tried to tell me that my sister having cysts all over her breasts and ovaries because of the mirena didn't have anything to do with me. I said well I am not getting the mirena. I know which one I want. Anyways thats my experience with it. I am having a different doctor take it out really soon since the hubby wants a baby. I won't go back to the other doctor after the way they treated me. Stay healthy ladies, and switch doctors the moment they don't listen or respect you. I would rather drive an hour one way and get excellent care than stay with a doctor who doesn't care.
Everyone I’ve heard talk about their IUD insertion says “it’s just feels like a period cramp” but when I had mine placed last month it felt like a period cramp times 10. It was so painful. I was sweating and trembling, I got nauseous and dizzy from the pain too. With that being said, my doctor and nurse were so kind. My doctor went as quickly as she could once the pain got really bad for me and my nurse held heat packs on my lower abdomen and held my hand when the pain got super intense. The actual insertion definitely hurt the worst but didn’t last very long. So for anyone that reads this and is considering it, know that for some people I guess it’s a bit more painful, so just make sure you have a kind and understanding medical team taking care of you! ❤️
@@Corey-iw4otthat’s what I take and no problems I am not ever going to put myself through this pain not worth it. I have gone through enough pain and don’t need to personally.
If we wanted to be sedated during removal and insertion of a new IUD what type of anesthesia would be used? I definitely need something next time, the pain was absolutely horrible.
I just got my IUD a month ago! The one of the arms perforated my uterus at insertion the first time so I had to wait a while and have it redone. That was no fun and has me in fear that it could happen again, but that no period dream has kept me going! P.S. your complexion is stunning!
I don't understand why women go threw this hell just to have normal sexual life. I can see why many women push there man to get fixed but that not fair to us either.
I jave had 3 kids and horrendous period pain. I have had the mirena for over 15 yrs now due to severe heavy bleeding and severe low iron issues. I never get the mirena inserted withoutnbeing numbed up 1st. For ANYONE whi says the pain is like cramping is insane. It was by far the worst pain I have ever endured. Child birth was not even as painful as that
I remember the first IUD I had placed caused me to pass out. I was waiting in line at the reception desk after it had been placed. I was having strong cramping, and I just felt like I needed to sit down. My vision started going dark, and I took a step backwards and fell on my butt. Ears were ringing, tunnel vision, all of that fun stuff. But after I had some crackers and laid down for a few minutes I was absolutely fine.
Thank you for doing this video. I had an IUD placed this week. I was super nervous but this video helped me be less nervous. The pain during the sounding and insertion was horrific. I had a vasovagal response. Had I known how horrifically painful but I hope it’s worth it.
I had mirena before and I had heavy bleeding for three days and then had trouble walking then felt very sick and got a fever. When I went to get it removed the OBGYN told me she couldn’t find it. She then found it stuck to my walls and I was screaming and crying from the pain. Can you talk about uterine polyps? What happens after getting them removed?
I’ve seen so many horror stories about IUDs. I’ve heard them from people I know. Why don’t we use an anesthetic to get these in? It’s crazy. It makes no sense. I will never, ever get one.
Pliz don't I had the worst experience ever, it so painful coz my cervix was tight I had to get delated, and my vagina was on fire for long. I couldn't walk,sit. It was hell
Thank you for sharing your experience and also the other gal. I have had painful periods and very heavy periods. Right now my gyno put me on a low dose birthcontrol pill. I currently am a couple years in with a IUD. Thank you for explaining why the gyno suggested the pill on top of the mirena. It makes better sense.
Oh and forgot to ask. With my bad periods I always had abdominal cramping. When they measured my cervix, I had abdominal cramping but when they placed the IUD I had the strongest back cramping I'd ever experienced and felt clammy. I am concerned that when the time comes to take it out I will have more back cramping. And yes, I am intested in a video about the specific types of IUD. I am wondering if a smaller one would cause less back cramping.
Yeah honestly I was curious if you could take something in addition to the IUD mainly to prevent the constant spotting and heavy periods. Also yes U was wondering if more sensitive peeps should get a smaller one.
I m also going through the problem.....my iud is missing the dr is unable to find the strings she prescribed for a whole ultra sound,....i m so scared of. .....i going through lots of discomfort heavy periods white discharge .... and the Dr shocked me i m literally very much scared of it
The pain of my IUD insertion felt like I had been cut... and was being stabbed.. and it felt stabby about a day later then chilled out... every time I forget about my traumatic experience.. my uterus starts cramping like, " Hey you, you put something in me and I don't like it." Just got it on the 4th this month and its now the 21st.. I think Ive had a week where I haven't bled..
The only objection I have is when you said that IUD insertion is a bit uncomfortable. I think that is the understatement of the universe. It literally feels like they take a steel rod and shove it through your soul. Yes, it’s very quick, but it’s still a steel rod through your soul you see a flash of light, you scream, bloody murder it’s the worst Pain ever experienced on this planet I’ve had four natural vaginal childbirths, two without any epidural or anything completely natural. And I can stand here today and tell you that the IUD insertion was beyond the most painful experience. I’ve had honestly love your video but I really think that Dr. should be more honest about the excruciating pain of iud insertion. 😅 other than that I love your video, and I appreciate you sharing some of your knowledge and education with us on these topics. I on the other hand, had a very different experience with the Mirena IUD. My side effects ranged from excruciating lower back pain, swollen breasts, painful nipples, cystic, acne on the sides of my mouth and chin ( Prior to Mirena iud I had beautiful skin and no acne since high school) and across my chin unexplainable bumps on my legs, depression, moodiness, three periods the first month, and no periods after that. My face began to look like shoe leather and I thought I was beginning to look more manly. I literally felt like I was dying. I felt like I had some sort of unexplainable infection that the doctors couldn’t find or some cancer or something. After watching a couple videos of other women’s experience with the Mirena iud, I put two and two together and realized it was my iud causing all these side effects. two nights ago. I removed the IUD at home. I did it very slowly and carefully after taking a nice warm, relaxing bath. I do not recommend that you try this at home !! This is just my experience. I woke up the next day and for the first time in months, my face was not painful and it was well on its way to healing. my lower back pain is completely gone. The bumps on my legs are healing. The depression is lifting and I am slowly feeling somewhat better !
@@thatsmeeh I had excruciating headaches as well as non stop bleeding for weeks. The headaches were the worst part. I just don’t do well with hormonal birth control.
I would love to see your reaction to a iud and pregnant video. And also. Why do so many more women get pregnant with paragaurd when all IUDs claim the same 99% effectiveness?
@@alirodmd I know two girls that got pregnant on iud, one resulted in baby and one resulted in miscarriage. Want me to ask them if they wanna share? Haha
I would not recommend driving for IUD insertion. My cramping was so bad and I had constant pain in my uterus area. I had to drive home with my seat reclined. It's 5 wks later, and I'm still cramping and uncomfortable most days. Idk if this is normal or not
Same happening with me, doctor said every body react differently and sometimes you feel pain like several months, give time to adjust things completely.
My mireena coil misplaced! I use it for my perimenopause in conjunction with the oestragel, I'm bleeding heavy , the dr gave me transmatic acid 500mg and body identical progesterone utragestran , I'm progesterone sensitive as I suffer from PMS, so I use the progesterone vaginally! IUD a NIGHTMARE 😢❤
I am thinking about removing my IUD I have never had PCOS and now after three years with it I was diagnosed and I was worried. I am worried my IUD is causing this and I am having issues losing weight and I do not know what to do any advice!?
Personal question,: if my uterus is exceptionally long as I was told during my insertion appointment last week, of I can't feel my Mirena strings.. should I be concerned?
Disappointed that I spent 20 minutes on a video labeled to be about IUDs from a medical professional only for it to be clickbait and instead it was solely about cysts completely unrelated to IUDs... If someone with an IUD got into a car accident and was telling their car accident story, is that an "IUD horror story" too?
I have very heavy period that are debilitating and leave me anemic. All my test came back normal. I’m scared about the hormonal iud , because I know it’s gonna effect my mental health
Pill only 1 year made me snap when I would pick up my son at my moms she said anything I would snap, so that was not for me, I think it changed me to much so I got the IUD and have had it for 39 years and will not give it back. to much pain to get it, and I dont need it husband was fixed before I met him.
I got my IUD (copper) fitted a month ago since I had it fitted I've been bleeding at various rates continuously and I've had awful cramps every day, is that normal???
Yes! I had the copper IUD for 1.5 year.. I gave it’s time and the cramps were awful & never got better for me. I learned how to manage it with Ibuprofen.. they were the absolute worse at the beginning though! Very sharp. Another side effect can be heavier periods.. mine was slightly heavier but just on day 2.. but everyone’s experience is always so different. My cousin has had her copper IUD for 7 years and is fine.. I finally made the decision to switch to the Mirena.. so I’m starting over but so good so far..
I'm having a copper insertion this week but I'm very nervous as immediately after (not during) mirena insertion years ago I experienced nausea, shook uncontrollably and passed out multiple times travelling home. My pain threshold is high due to other medical procedures but I can't take anti-inflammatories as I have circulatory issues. I also have stroke history (after mirena) so this is really a last resort as I need to avoid all hormones. Anyone have any tips or a backup plan? To be clear this was NOT a pain issue, and my docs have just brushed it off as that.
I wonder why do people prefer the hormonal IUD when there is also a non-hormonal version available? Talking especially about people who do not need the hormonal form of birth control for other health reasons other than avoiding getting pregnant
@@kalinaaleksandrova8537 thanks but what is worse - being under the influence of synthetic hormones every single day which can worsen your overal mood and influence your body in multiple ways or just heavier flow? I'd say the latter one is less all-encompassing and less invasive to the way you feel, act or even look like.
@@Mrkva22296 Yeah it's not just a heavier flow it's also a constant cramping and sporadic spotting. Not to mention your body can develop copper toxicity and there's been some debate about whether or not it influences your estrogen level.
Can you get pregnant with any of the IUDs? Because I’m currently pregnant with my 2nd baby but I wanna get the IUD but I’m so scared and nervous for the pain 😫
Very specific question, is it normal for PMS symptoms to change over time? For example, being increasingly emotional right before a period then before?
Yeah for me personally I wasn't on any hormonal birth control for about 10 years. I feel like as I've gotten older I've developed more PMS symptoms that would leave me feeling more emotional if I didn't take certain precautions. Things like making sure I got enough sleep and going to sleep at a decent time while also avoiding sugar and basically increasing orgasms so my mood would be okay.
Yes it's normal and that's actually one of the reasons why I refuse to get one even if the non-hormonal one supposedly doesn't mess with your estrogen levels.
I have my tubes tied and I have heavy bleeding at times I am going to be 50 yrs old next year I don't want to wait for 6 months for my self to stop bleeding I hope that I can just stop when I am at the age of 50 it smells down there even though I take baths I am not going to have this in me my opinion my daughter has it in her to prevent pregnancy and she likes it but is there anything else to take instead of pills for women who are about to be 50
So many bad experiences . I was so nervous but took some tramadol that I had left over after a miscarriage about 1.5 hours before . Felt two cramps and took a regular Tylenol in the evening. I also gave birth vaginally 6 years prior. I feel like these videos just scare people. Everyone is different. Just like child birth. You won’t know your experience until you know. Don’t freak yourself out watching this stuff. Just use it for information.
I kinda did. It fell out a bit so I pulled it the rest of the way. There can be complications but I rather pull it out for free then spend over a hundred bucks for a "nurse" to the same. I have heard at the ER that not all know how to do it so they wing it and it turns out fine. Just do it yourself unless you feel more comfortable going in. I will say though, if something does happen when removing it yourself you would have to go to the ER so be careful
yes, mine migrated down and was sitting in my cervix 😬. i had to go to the ER bc urgent care was closed and i was in so much pain and i could feel the plastic of the iud. i was bleeding so much and i was lightheaded and dizzy. miserable. they had to remove it there and today i got it re inserted. all the ER stuff happened yesterday lol. it is so scary😩. but i’m hoping it’ll be worth it. 💜💜💜💜💜✨✨✨✨✨
I’m currently dealing with an unplanned pregnancy 3 months postpartum and I don’t think I’m keeping it, we were careful with condoms and it still happened. I’m looking into the copper iud. I have interstitial cystitis that used to be terrible but has improved, would an iud worsen it? The pill worsened it from hormones.
I friend just lost her aunt after losing alot of blood when the nurse was inserting the IUD.. Even the nurses can't explain wat happened but she started bleeding heavily the died after a few minutes.. Every one is asking wat happened! Wat could have caused the bleeding cos suddenly they removed it but the bleeding never stopped until she died
MIRENA!!Pimples, hair loss, light bleeding every month, no pain in insertion, memory loss,fatigue, anxiety, weight gain, bloating,low sex drive, moody. Finally, it got lost in my cervix and had to go to theater to take the garbage out 4years later.🙅♀️
I’m 6.5 months postpartum and still experience hair loss, I do have marina iud. So far I am spotting randomly without having a period and minor cramping. Is something wrong with my iud or is my body rejecting it? I have taking several pregnancy tests and so far no positive.
I have my tubes tied and I am going to be 50yrs I would rather have the birth control pill instead of the IUD I have bleeding problems I want to remove it I am confused about I have my tubes tied y am I even taking birth control of anything I don't want to wait for 6 months when I am going to be 50 my mom stopped right at the age of 50 there has to be another thing to do besides keep taking pills
I'm thinking that you have little sympathy for those alpha males (Bullies!) that think a woman should be chattel and that Men should run the world. (ugh!) They have done SO well in the past! I met a hot chick in high school, married her, and we have been together for 52 years. She doesn't take any crap from me, never did. We're partners, and she is the best thing that has ever happened to me. So watching you all be strong and independent is heartening to me, my oldest daughter works for NASA and has her PhD, and I double dog guarantee she doesn't take any crap from anyone, either. So, You Go, Ladies. Own your own lives, bodies, future. Don't let Anyone convince you otherwise! Apologies for climbing on a soapbox.
Her experience was not normal.... IUD is so easy ...... It doesn't have all these pains she is talking about, mtcheew.... Some people just have low pain threshold...
i have a very very high pain threshold and i found it EXTREMELY uncomfortable. the cramping afterwards almost unbearable. i didn’t cry or yell or freak out. but i did not feel okay
@@amelialee3549 I'm considering getting an IUD but very nervous about how it's going to feel during insertion and afterwards. Watching as many videos as possible. I wonder if a worried state of mind is a big factor. I mean it's a foreign object going up there... But I'd take pain over an unwanted pregnancy.
Iud made me bleed 24/7 with all the uncomfortable symptoms of a period. Never stopped even after 2 and a half months. Was HORRIBLE. idk why so many people love it or how it stopped their periods when I was just bleeding the WHOLE time.
I think calling it "uncomfortable" is limiting. I know some women who describe it as uncomfortable but for me it was fairly bad pain, worse than any menstrual cramp and I had to do a lot of deep breathing to get through it. Other women describe it as extremley severe pain. Its kind of crazy that there is no pain relief offered.
I’ve went to the er of mine, muscle relaxers were a dud as well! Praise the lord I’m getting it out Wednesday!!!❤🎉
@cassidyblocker902 I'm trying to get mine our but they wont do it until February
@@Ali-kf5bd ouuu girl that’s rough but I feel for you!! I made my appointment back in June!! And wasn’t able to get in until this month. So crazy
Please, let’s all rephrase about the pain. It can be very, very, very painful.
I had a severe amount of pain aswel. Way more then just period cramps. Or ‘uncomfortable pain’.
It was the worst pain Ive experienced in my life, even though I can take pain pretty wel in used painkillers.
I was prepared for the worst so it worked out. But it can be very painful (even with painkillers). Not all body’s are the same!
My body responded with pain for 4 more months. Slowly degrading to ‘just’ pain for a couple of days before my period now (8 months).
My periods are way less heavy and pain free. So I decided to keep it in and medicate throughout the pain (consulting with ceveral gyno’s ofcourse). The pain shifted from during my period to before. I’ve accepted it.
I chose an IUD to manage my extreme periods. Not for birthcontrol.
Yeah, mine felt like I was being stabbed. It was unbelievably painful and I struggled to stay conscious. It was NOT just like a normal (or even intense) cramp. It was awful. But it was short (which is good, because if it had been any longer I would have thrown up)
So helpful ! I think it’s so important to talk about our experiences with birth control. There is so much we can learn and pass on to each other. This reaction definitely made me feel more confident with my IUD.
Yes!! I couldn’t agree more! It’s so important to keep having these conversations!
I almost broke their speculum because she was expecting my uterus to be bigger or longer or whatever so she didn't just touch the end of my uterus. She stabbed it. So she then had to pull the measuring device back out of me and then reinsert to get an accurate measurement. Before she could readjust it they had to crank the speculum back open because I had reacted so severely that it clamped almost all the way shut. And when they were opening it back open they thought they were going to have to get another one because they thought it didn't have the strength to keep me open. Like it was severe pain. There is absolutely no reason that pain management isn't discussed prior to insertion. Pills you take beforehand, cervical block, or whatever the patient wants needs to be administered. "Its uncomfortable" ok well part of your job is to make me comfortable or I am going to someone else who will. I'm done being disappointed by doctors. Strikes such a nerve when they say "oh well you don't need it for this. Its a minor procedure." First of all you can't tell me what is minor for me or not. Second you won't know if I need it or not unless it is discussed. My experience was terrible getting it in, but I didn't have side effects from it until probably halfway through the second year. I'd get a lump in my boob that would radiate pain and swelling before and during my period. Once my period was over it would go away. Other than that I wouldn't say I had any other problems with it in. I switched to it because I can't take birth control pills. They make me severely sick. I was down to 95 lbs the first time I was on birth control because I could not hold down any food. I was throwing up everyday when I ate something. So I switched to a different pill a little later and it gave me severe pain sexually. I thought I was allergic to his sperm or something. I went to get it checked out and there wasn't anything they found. I made him get his sperm checked and the urologist said its probably my birth control. Switched to the patch and those went away. After a year or so on the patch my skin started to react to the sun. I would burn bad no matter how much sunscreen i put on. No matter how long I was out. So I needed to switch again so I chose the IUD and other than the insertion I am fine with it. I also chose the skyyla because it has the smallest dose of hormones out of all of them. After they inserted it she said I wouldn't be able to have any of the others because they were to big to fit into my uterus. Even though they tried to fight me on it because I went in knowing which one I was getting and they tried to tell me that my sister having cysts all over her breasts and ovaries because of the mirena didn't have anything to do with me. I said well I am not getting the mirena. I know which one I want. Anyways thats my experience with it. I am having a different doctor take it out really soon since the hubby wants a baby. I won't go back to the other doctor after the way they treated me. Stay healthy ladies, and switch doctors the moment they don't listen or respect you. I would rather drive an hour one way and get excellent care than stay with a doctor who doesn't care.
Everyone I’ve heard talk about their IUD insertion says “it’s just feels like a period cramp” but when I had mine placed last month it felt like a period cramp times 10. It was so painful. I was sweating and trembling, I got nauseous and dizzy from the pain too. With that being said, my doctor and nurse were so kind. My doctor went as quickly as she could once the pain got really bad for me and my nurse held heat packs on my lower abdomen and held my hand when the pain got super intense. The actual insertion definitely hurt the worst but didn’t last very long. So for anyone that reads this and is considering it, know that for some people I guess it’s a bit more painful, so just make sure you have a kind and understanding medical team taking care of you! ❤️
Also just to clarify, I have not had any children at this point and Ive heard that can make a difference in pain? 🤷🏼♀️
Why not just take old fashion birth control pills if u don't want kids
@@Corey-iw4otthat’s what I take and no problems I am not ever going to put myself through this pain not worth it. I have gone through enough pain and don’t need to personally.
The amount of correct information she has on birth control is surprising, I work at planned parenthood and it took a while to learn about all this.
She did such a good job! Loved her video!
Just got the Mirena today and I barely felt a thing, barely cramping. I hope this works out good🎉
how was it?
Good! 👍🏾 Is it working out good for you still?
Curious because I’m considering doing it
If we wanted to be sedated during removal and insertion of a new IUD what type of anesthesia would be used? I definitely need something next time, the pain was absolutely horrible.
I didn’t faint when I got mine placed but I nearly cussed out my doctor and it was low key traumatic
I just got my IUD a month ago! The one of the arms perforated my uterus at insertion the first time so I had to wait a while and have it redone. That was no fun and has me in fear that it could happen again, but that no period dream has kept me going!
P.S. your complexion is stunning!
I don't understand why women go threw this hell just to have normal sexual life. I can see why many women push there man to get fixed but that not fair to us either.
@@Corey-iw4otdo you have a potential solution?
@@dora1589abstinence
I jave had 3 kids and horrendous period pain. I have had the mirena for over 15 yrs now due to severe heavy bleeding and severe low iron issues. I never get the mirena inserted withoutnbeing numbed up 1st. For ANYONE whi says the pain is like cramping is insane. It was by far the worst pain I have ever endured. Child birth was not even as painful as that
I remember the first IUD I had placed caused me to pass out. I was waiting in line at the reception desk after it had been placed. I was having strong cramping, and I just felt like I needed to sit down. My vision started going dark, and I took a step backwards and fell on my butt. Ears were ringing, tunnel vision, all of that fun stuff.
But after I had some crackers and laid down for a few minutes I was absolutely fine.
Thank you for doing this video. I had an IUD placed this week. I was super nervous but this video helped me be less nervous. The pain during the sounding and insertion was horrific. I had a vasovagal response. Had I known how horrifically painful but I hope it’s worth it.
Her horror story was more about ovarian cysts than the IUD
I had mirena before and I had heavy bleeding for three days and then had trouble walking then felt very sick and got a fever. When I went to get it removed the OBGYN told me she couldn’t find it. She then found it stuck to my walls and I was screaming and crying from the pain.
Can you talk about uterine polyps? What happens after getting them removed?
I’ve seen so many horror stories about IUDs. I’ve heard them from people I know. Why don’t we use an anesthetic to get these in? It’s crazy. It makes no sense. I will never, ever get one.
Pliz don't I had the worst experience ever, it so painful coz my cervix was tight I had to get delated, and my vagina was on fire for long. I couldn't walk,sit. It was hell
You can, it depends on your doctor and you’ll need someone to drive you home
I am never getting one either
My IUD was placed with general anaesthesia because it came along with a D&C. But yhe cramping right after was unbearable and I cried a lot.
Thank you for sharing your experience and also the other gal. I have had painful periods and very heavy periods. Right now my gyno put me on a low dose birthcontrol pill. I currently am a couple years in with a IUD. Thank you for explaining why the gyno suggested the pill on top of the mirena. It makes better sense.
Oh and forgot to ask. With my bad periods I always had abdominal cramping. When they measured my cervix, I had abdominal cramping but when they placed the IUD I had the strongest back cramping I'd ever experienced and felt clammy. I am concerned that when the time comes to take it out I will have more back cramping.
And yes, I am intested in a video about the specific types of IUD. I am wondering if a smaller one would cause less back cramping.
Yeah honestly I was curious if you could take something in addition to the IUD mainly to prevent the constant spotting and heavy periods. Also yes U was wondering if more sensitive peeps should get a smaller one.
I m also going through the problem.....my iud is missing the dr is unable to find the strings she prescribed for a whole ultra sound,....i m so scared of. .....i going through lots of discomfort heavy periods white discharge .... and the Dr shocked me i m literally very much scared of it
The pain of my IUD insertion felt like I had been cut... and was being stabbed.. and it felt stabby about a day later then chilled out... every time I forget about my traumatic experience.. my uterus starts cramping like, " Hey you, you put something in me and I don't like it." Just got it on the 4th this month and its now the 21st.. I think Ive had a week where I haven't bled..
Did the cramping and bleeding subside for you after 3-6 months? I’m going on my 2nd month and feel like I haven’t stopped bleeding.
Had mine fitted today, having it inserted didn’t hurt. But have strong period pains after 😢
Yess AGREED! We need to normalize this to the fullest. ❤❤ thank you
You’re welcome!! Love how she’s talking about this so openly! We need more of that!
The only objection I have is when you said that IUD insertion is a bit uncomfortable. I think that is the understatement of the universe. It literally feels like they take a steel rod and shove it through your soul. Yes, it’s very quick, but it’s still a steel rod through your soul you see a flash of light, you scream, bloody murder it’s the worst Pain ever experienced on this planet I’ve had four natural vaginal childbirths, two without any epidural or anything completely natural. And I can stand here today and tell you that the IUD insertion was beyond the most painful experience. I’ve had honestly love your video but I really think that Dr. should be more honest about the excruciating pain of iud insertion. 😅 other than that I love your video, and I appreciate you sharing some of your knowledge and education with us on these topics. I on the other hand, had a very different experience with the Mirena IUD. My side effects ranged from excruciating lower back pain, swollen breasts, painful nipples, cystic, acne on the sides of my mouth and chin ( Prior to Mirena iud I had beautiful skin and no acne since high school) and across my chin unexplainable bumps on my legs, depression, moodiness, three periods the first month, and no periods after that. My face began to look like shoe leather and I thought I was beginning to look more manly. I literally felt like I was dying. I felt like I had some sort of unexplainable infection that the doctors couldn’t find or some cancer or something. After watching a couple videos of other women’s experience with the Mirena iud, I put two and two together and realized it was my iud causing all these side effects. two nights ago. I removed the IUD at home. I did it very slowly and carefully after taking a nice warm, relaxing bath. I do not recommend that you try this at home !! This is just my experience. I woke up the next day and for the first time in months, my face was not painful and it was well on its way to healing. my lower back pain is completely gone. The bumps on my legs are healing. The depression is lifting and I am slowly feeling somewhat better !
I felt absolutely terrible while using Mirena! I had to get it removed. I do much better with Paraguard.
Thank you for sharing your story! Like I mentioned in the video, birth control is so personal and finding the right one for you is so important!
@@alirodmd most definitely!!
may i ask what were your symptoms? I got the Mirena recently
@@thatsmeeh I had excruciating headaches as well as non stop bleeding for weeks. The headaches were the worst part. I just don’t do well with hormonal birth control.
@@stephiechen1983 awww. Well, it's good that you got rid of it then! I don't know how it will work for me, but the insertion was just horrible...
I would love to see your reaction to a iud and pregnant video.
And also. Why do so many more women get pregnant with paragaurd when all IUDs claim the same 99% effectiveness?
Ooo that’s a good idea! I’ll have to see if I can find one on UA-cam!
@@alirodmd I know two girls that got pregnant on iud, one resulted in baby and one resulted in miscarriage. Want me to ask them if they wanna share? Haha
Loved this vid! Can you do a Q+A!!??
Yes!! That’s such a good idea! I can put up a Q&A box on my Instagram and answer them here!
I would not recommend driving for IUD insertion. My cramping was so bad and I had constant pain in my uterus area. I had to drive home with my seat reclined. It's 5 wks later, and I'm still cramping and uncomfortable most days. Idk if this is normal or not
Same happening with me, doctor said every body react differently and sometimes you feel pain like several months, give time to adjust things completely.
My mireena coil misplaced! I use it for my perimenopause in conjunction with the oestragel, I'm bleeding heavy , the dr gave me transmatic acid 500mg and body identical progesterone utragestran , I'm progesterone sensitive as I suffer from PMS, so I use the progesterone vaginally!
IUD a NIGHTMARE 😢❤
Love your videos it’s so helpful! You’re more helpful than my obgyn
I am thinking about removing my IUD I have never had PCOS and now after three years with it I was diagnosed and I was worried. I am worried my IUD is causing this and I am having issues losing weight and I do not know what to do any advice!?
Can you make a video on the different hormonal iuds? I have the mirena !
Personal question,: if my uterus is exceptionally long as I was told during my insertion appointment last week, of I can't feel my Mirena strings.. should I be concerned?
Disappointed that I spent 20 minutes on a video labeled to be about IUDs from a medical professional only for it to be clickbait and instead it was solely about cysts completely unrelated to IUDs... If someone with an IUD got into a car accident and was telling their car accident story, is that an "IUD horror story" too?
I have very heavy period that are debilitating and leave me anemic. All my test came back normal. I’m scared about the hormonal iud , because I know it’s gonna effect my mental health
Pill only 1 year made me snap when I would pick up my son at my moms she said anything I would snap, so that was not for me, I think it changed me to much so I got the IUD and have had it for 39 years and will not give it back. to much pain to get it, and I dont need it husband was fixed before I met him.
You had the same one in 39 years?
I know that this is off topic but what do you think about the Sensiplan method of natural family planning?
I got my IUD (copper) fitted a month ago since I had it fitted I've been bleeding at various rates continuously and I've had awful cramps every day, is that normal???
Yes! I had the copper IUD for 1.5 year.. I gave it’s time and the cramps were awful & never got better for me. I learned how to manage it with Ibuprofen.. they were the absolute worse at the beginning though! Very sharp. Another side effect can be heavier periods.. mine was slightly heavier but just on day 2.. but everyone’s experience is always so different. My cousin has had her copper IUD for 7 years and is fine..
I finally made the decision to switch to the Mirena.. so I’m starting over but so good so far..
My first IUD I cramped and bled for months!!! Got another one years later and no problems.
Not normal or healthy! If I were u just use oral birth control or condoms
It’s normal to have pain in your fourth day since insertion?
I am experiencing the same right now... so I guess is normal! 🤷♀️
I'm having a copper insertion this week but I'm very nervous as immediately after (not during) mirena insertion years ago I experienced nausea, shook uncontrollably and passed out multiple times travelling home. My pain threshold is high due to other medical procedures but I can't take anti-inflammatories as I have circulatory issues. I also have stroke history (after mirena) so this is really a last resort as I need to avoid all hormones. Anyone have any tips or a backup plan? To be clear this was NOT a pain issue, and my docs have just brushed it off as that.
You could also ask your doctor about spermicide and a cervical cap or a diaphram- non hormonal.
I wonder why do people prefer the hormonal IUD when there is also a non-hormonal version available? Talking especially about people who do not need the hormonal form of birth control for other health reasons other than avoiding getting pregnant
Probably because with the copper iud the period is heavier and if you already have a heavy period it would make it worse
@@kalinaaleksandrova8537 thanks but what is worse - being under the influence of synthetic hormones every single day which can worsen your overal mood and influence your body in multiple ways or just heavier flow? I'd say the latter one is less all-encompassing and less invasive to the way you feel, act or even look like.
@@Mrkva22296 Yeah it's not just a heavier flow it's also a constant cramping and sporadic spotting. Not to mention your body can develop copper toxicity and there's been some debate about whether or not it influences your estrogen level.
@@jclyntoledo interesting, thanks. Do you have any sources ? I'd like to know more
Can you get pregnant with any of the IUDs? Because I’m currently pregnant with my 2nd baby but I wanna get the IUD but I’m so scared and nervous for the pain 😫
You can get pregnant on an IUD, it happened to me! Lol
it literally just felt like a bad period cramp. I’ve never had kids but apparently it hurts way less if you have given birth
I had one on for 2 weeks now I'm about to have it remove cause it poke my husband all the time 😢
The iud itself wouldn't be poking your husband, it could be the strings. The strings soften over time so he will be fine.
Very specific question, is it normal for PMS symptoms to change over time? For example, being increasingly emotional right before a period then before?
Yeah for me personally I wasn't on any hormonal birth control for about 10 years. I feel like as I've gotten older I've developed more PMS symptoms that would leave me feeling more emotional if I didn't take certain precautions. Things like making sure I got enough sleep and going to sleep at a decent time while also avoiding sugar and basically increasing orgasms so my mood would be okay.
Heyy, I got my IUD (merina) 6 days ago while on my period and usually my period last 4/5 days but Im still on !! Is this normal??
I bled for 2 and a half months straight with it. Was on my period 24/7. Did it stop now for you? Since it has been three months since this comment
Wow... please answer, I need to know! It's my 6th day and I'm nervous about it. 😢
Yes it's normal and that's actually one of the reasons why I refuse to get one even if the non-hormonal one supposedly doesn't mess with your estrogen levels.
I have my tubes tied and I have heavy bleeding at times I am going to be 50 yrs old next year I don't want to wait for 6 months for my self to stop bleeding I hope that I can just stop when I am at the age of 50 it smells down there even though I take baths I am not going to have this in me my opinion my daughter has it in her to prevent pregnancy and she likes it but is there anything else to take instead of pills for women who are about to be 50
So many bad experiences . I was so nervous but took some tramadol that I had left over after a miscarriage about 1.5 hours before . Felt two cramps and took a regular Tylenol in the evening. I also gave birth vaginally 6 years prior. I feel like these videos just scare people. Everyone is different. Just like child birth. You won’t know your experience until you know. Don’t freak yourself out watching this stuff. Just use it for information.
I had the ross loos medical and dr didnt have the size so he gave me a bigger one, and said it was indiffinite. I ve had it 39 years.
I’m scheduled to get the IUD on Friday but after reading and watching videos about the side effects I’m a bit scared
How did you go
How did your IUD go?
Can you do a video about the skyla I'm supposed to be getting and iv been doing alot research but lol ik Google isn't always correct
Hello, is it safe to pull the IUD out on yourself? .
no it is not!!! please do not do that!!!! go to the ER or schedule an appointment with your doctor
I kinda did. It fell out a bit so I pulled it the rest of the way. There can be complications but I rather pull it out for free then spend over a hundred bucks for a "nurse" to the same. I have heard at the ER that not all know how to do it so they wing it and it turns out fine. Just do it yourself unless you feel more comfortable going in. I will say though, if something does happen when removing it yourself you would have to go to the ER so be careful
Does Mirena hurt the most?
Do you have a video about the different kinds of ring methods for birth control?:)
I got a kyleena put in I don’t feel comfortable to me I’m a I’m a get lose to
Mirena sucks. It’s causing in women and I now have that. everyone acts like they don’t want to take it out.
I have had a mirena. It has been effective. I love it.
Yes, I agree! They are great!
You should do a video on Nexplanon!
It’s definitely on my list of subjects to cover!! I will hopefully film it soon!
Is it just me who found the duck open thingy the WORST and most painful part??😅
Is it possible for the iud to fall out? I have heard horror stories please answer!
yes, mine migrated down and was sitting in my cervix 😬. i had to go to the ER bc urgent care was closed and i was in so much pain and i could feel the plastic of the iud. i was bleeding so much and i was lightheaded and dizzy. miserable. they had to remove it there and today i got it re inserted. all the ER stuff happened yesterday lol. it is so scary😩. but i’m hoping it’ll be worth it. 💜💜💜💜💜✨✨✨✨✨
@@amelialee3549 I had something similar happen! When I felt that I just pulled it out myself at that point.
I’m currently dealing with an unplanned pregnancy 3 months postpartum and I don’t think I’m keeping it, we were careful with condoms and it still happened. I’m looking into the copper iud. I have interstitial cystitis that used to be terrible but has improved, would an iud worsen it? The pill worsened it from hormones.
I friend just lost her aunt after losing alot of blood when the nurse was inserting the IUD.. Even the nurses can't explain wat happened but she started bleeding heavily the died after a few minutes.. Every one is asking wat happened! Wat could have caused the bleeding cos suddenly they removed it but the bleeding never stopped until she died
definitely not something with the IUD
Is one able to get any type of iud with only one Fallopian tube?
Great question! Yes you can! The iud is placed inside the uterus so number of Fallopian tubes or ovaries doesn’t matter!
MIRENA!!Pimples, hair loss, light bleeding every month, no pain in insertion, memory loss,fatigue, anxiety, weight gain, bloating,low sex drive, moody. Finally, it got lost in my cervix and had to go to theater to take the garbage out 4years later.🙅♀️
I’m 6.5 months postpartum and still experience hair loss, I do have marina iud. So far I am spotting randomly without having a period and minor cramping. Is something wrong with my iud or is my body rejecting it? I have taking several pregnancy tests and so far no positive.
I’m getting my iud after I deliver and I’m super nervous about it 😅
Check out my other two videos! I explain all the details and show a demonstration!
12 million dollar pay out from one of the IUD makers I believe after doing some research online.
I have my tubes tied and I am going to be 50yrs I would rather have the birth control pill instead of the IUD I have bleeding problems I want to remove it I am confused about I have my tubes tied y am I even taking birth control of anything I don't want to wait for 6 months when I am going to be 50 my mom stopped right at the age of 50 there has to be another thing to do besides keep taking pills
If you are doing a Q&A I need your IG name.
Same as on here, it’s also linked in the bio❤️
I'm thinking that you have little sympathy for those alpha males (Bullies!) that think a woman should be chattel and that Men should run the world. (ugh!) They have done SO well in the past! I met a hot chick in high school, married her, and we have been together for 52 years. She doesn't take any crap from me, never did. We're partners, and she is the best thing that has ever happened to me. So watching you all be strong and independent is heartening to me, my oldest daughter works for NASA and has her PhD, and I double dog guarantee she doesn't take any crap from anyone, either. So, You Go, Ladies. Own your own lives, bodies, future. Don't let Anyone convince you otherwise! Apologies for climbing on a soapbox.
Seems dangerous
Her experience was not normal....
IUD is so easy ......
It doesn't have all these pains she is talking about, mtcheew....
Some people just have low pain threshold...
i have a very very high pain threshold and i found it EXTREMELY uncomfortable. the cramping afterwards almost unbearable. i didn’t cry or yell or freak out. but i did not feel okay
@@amelialee3549 I'm considering getting an IUD but very nervous about how it's going to feel during insertion and afterwards. Watching as many videos as possible. I wonder if a worried state of mind is a big factor. I mean it's a foreign object going up there...
But I'd take pain over an unwanted pregnancy.
Iud made me bleed 24/7 with all the uncomfortable symptoms of a period. Never stopped even after 2 and a half months. Was HORRIBLE. idk why so many people love it or how it stopped their periods when I was just bleeding the WHOLE time.
It is different for everyone, this is not a place for judgement.