Mirena coil?: Just wanting some advice... - Endometriosis UK

Endometriosis UK

72,901 members53,259 posts

Mirena coil?

cerys_h profile image
3 Replies

Just wanting some advice/reassurance on the Mirena coil, I had it fitted 3 weeks ago, didn’t have much of a choice as doctors said they wouldn’t do a second laparoscopy without me trying the coil first. Also got prescribed naproxen to try and reduce the amount of codeine I’m taking (wayyyy to much for a 19yr old). Naproxen seems to helping in conjunction with a little less codeine. Am dreading having a period once a month though. Just wondering if anyone found the Mirena coil helped in anyway and if so how long did it take to start working?

Written by
cerys_h profile image
cerys_h
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
Read more about...
3 Replies
labonnefee profile image
labonnefee

For me the Mirena was a great solution. It stopped my periods completely within a couple of months and pain was significantly reduced. Everybody is different but I'd give it at least a couple of months. Hope it helps you!

JulesUK profile image
JulesUK

I had mine fitted during a laparoscopy. My first period after was quite difficult but from then on everything was so much better. Bleeding completely stopped after around 6 months but even up until then it was much lighter and pain greatly reduced. I understand it doesn’t work for everyone but for me it was the best thing I ever did. I’m on my second now. Hope it works for you too.

Taylor5 profile image
Taylor5

I had mine fitted last year as doctors couldn’t do anymore to help me. I would give it a few months and the pain is less and only a light period. Hope it works for you wish you all the best

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Mirena coil

I'm 14 years old and I have really painful periods so they suspect endometriosis and PCOS. I had a...
Maddyson_x profile image

Mirena Coil

Hiya, almost 3 months ago I had the mirena coil put in during a lap. Ever since then ive been...
Joanna19 profile image

To Mirena coil or not to Mirena coil?

Hey all, I'm not sure if anyone could advise me here but I'm not sure where else to go.. I'm...
flyagaric profile image

Mirena coil

Just wondered if anybody had issues after having the mirena coil ? Does it completely stop endo or...
Louoakley profile image

Mirena coil?

Hi ladies! Just a quick question really. I was wanting to know what your experience with the...
ChelseaJade profile image

Moderation team

See all

Top community tags

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.