Common side effects of Mirena IUD may include bleeding and spotting between periods, abdominal/pelvic pain and back pain. These often go away within a few months of insertion. Serious but rare Mirena side effects include device migration, perforation, pelvic inflammatory disease and ectopic pregnancy.
Can an IUD cause discomfort?
It's likely that you'll feel minor pain and cramping during insertion. Some experience more significant cramping and pain. This may continue for a few days afterward. Most women find the pain tolerable and feel that the peace of mind that comes with using an effective birth control outweighs any pain or side effects.
What are the symptoms of IUD perforation?
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Bowel changes.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Sudden or severe abdominal pain.
- Dizziness or fainting.
- Irregular heart rhythm.
- Unexplained fever.
- Severe bleeding.
Can IUD cause perforation?
Perforation of the uterus by an IUD is a serious complication and this is possible both during the insertion and later. Perforation of the uterus is rare, but potentially fatal. The incidence is of 0.12-0.68/1000 insertion.
How do I know if my Mirena perforated my uterus?
- Pelvic pain, especially severe or extreme pain.
- Pain in the lower abdomen.
- Exhaustion.
- Bloating.
- Unplanned pregnancy.
- Vomiting or nausea.
- Chills.
- Fever.
Can an IUD cause bladder problems?
Like any foreign body, the presence of an IUD in the bladder can result in stone formation due to its lithogenic potential. We report a case of an IUD migrating from its normal position in the uterine cavity into the urinary bladder causing chronic low urinary tract symptoms in a 43-year-old female patient.7 abr 2020
Can an IUD cause urinary tract infections?
An infected IUD should be considered as a source of recurrent UTI in women with IUD in situ who develop recurrent UTI despite receiving appropriate therapy.
Can Mirena cause painful urination?
abdominal pain (especially in the lower abdomen) pain during sex and urination. foul-smelling vaginal discharge.