IUD - Weight gain??
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IUD - Weight gain??
| Thu, 09-16-2004 - 2:19pm |
I was on the pill for 5 years and had a huge weight gain. As soon as I went off the pill I was able to start losing the weight. Right now I am wavering between the ring and the 5 year IUD (I'm leaning toward the IUD). Has anybody noticed any weight issues with either? Thanks!!!!

If you were to get the IUD without hormones, I don't see why you would gain weight... I haven't had any problems with my IUD so far, although it has only been a week (loving it by the way!) Maybe the Mirena might affect some people because of the hormones, but I really don't about it.
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I also experienced weight gain with hormonal contraceptives. That is why I opted for the copper IUD (7-10 years) so that I would have no chance of any hormonal side effects. They say that the hormone dose in the Mirena is so low that it shouldn't effect you the same as bc pills and others..but I just didn't want to take any chances.
I have had nothing but wonderful experiences with my IUD, and have actually lost the 15 lbs. that I put on with the pill and patch.
Good luck with your decision!
~*Shopgrli