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Originally Posted by Shawnee123
Oh my...
So you're telling me it stopped your period? Or your cramps? I'd do it right now, just for those bennies.
I worried about an IUD with a history of endometriosis, that it would worsen cramping and cause bleeding between periods.
I wonder, an over 40 smoker can't take BC pills, I wonder if the hormone in the IUD is risky for the same?
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It stopped my periods
completely. I've had two episodes of ultra-light spotting since I got it in Feb. 2007. That's it. No cramps to speak of.
Endometriosis: it appears that Mirena is prescribed for exactly that condition, Shaw.
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Originally Posted by Wikipedia article on Intrauterine Systems (Mirena)
Clinical uses
- menorrhagia (heavy periods), endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, and anemia. In some cases, use of an IUS may prevent a need for a hysterectomy.
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I believe the systemic risks for smokers are slightly reduced since Mirena is levonorgestrel-only (a synthetic progesterone), but IANAMD. It's still listed as a contra-indication on some web sites; check with your ob/gyn.
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Originally Posted by about.com article on contraception
Progestin contraception options provide a hormonal alternative; these methods tend to be safer for women who: - Are over the age of 35 and smoke
- Have a history of blood clots
- Have high blood pressure
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If I were you, I'd definitely follow up on this. Good luck!