sciatic Leg cramps &Mirena?

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Registered: 05-10-2006
sciatic Leg cramps &Mirena?
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Wed, 09-27-2006 - 10:01pm
I had the Mirena IUD put in early last week. I read the pamphlet, listened to the doctor. I have the cramping, the spotting...my hair is falling out...ok. I have chronic sciatic leg pain now. I used to only get this right beofre my period, now I have it constatnly since I had this inserted. I called my doctor, no one has gotten back to me yet..Has anyone experienced this? Also, how long does it take for spotting to stop? I am starting to wonder if it is better to be safe...I am a little worried. thank you.
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Registered: 11-20-2000
Thu, 09-28-2006 - 12:21pm

I didn't have a problem with spotting after my Mirena was inserted. In fact, my period stopped the very next day and I didn't have any other bleeding until a month later when my period came. However, I have heard that having spotting on and off for the first three to six months can be a normal thing with the Mirena. I just never experienced that.


The leg cramps and hair falling out is not something I have experienced. I would be concerned about that. It doesn't sound good. I'd definately get in to see your doctor as soon as you can.


The Mirena may not be a good option for you.

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Registered: 08-12-2002
Thu, 09-28-2006 - 11:03pm

Hi there,


Keep calling the doctors until you get a response.