FabSwingers.com forum: Mirena coil removal

By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Good morning has anyone had the mirena coil removal if so what was the experience like good or bad if anyone has feel free to private message if you'd rather

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By *inkywife1981Couple
39 weeks ago

A town near you

Mrs has had a number of coils over the years and the removal has never seemed to be anything other than uncomfortable.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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39 weeks ago

East Sussex

I have had two removed. It was quick, easy and pain free.

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Thankyou sounds like you were the lucky ones mines been horrendous waiting on gp ringing was just hoping someone had the same issues as me that could put my mind at rest

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By (user no longer on site)
39 weeks ago

Had a few. Its not nice. Particularly if its difficult for them to get hold of.

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By *aFemmeCoquetteWoman
39 weeks ago

Somewhere in the middle not the.....

I've always found the removal a lot less painful than the insertion, few seconds and its done. I always take pain relief just before to help x

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By *icecouple561Couple
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39 weeks ago

East Sussex

"Thankyou sounds like you were the lucky ones mines been horrendous waiting on gp ringing was just hoping someone had the same issues as me that could put my mind at rest "

Oh no!

A friend had a similar problem. A more experienced practitioner managed it after a short wait

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"Thankyou sounds like you were the lucky ones mines been horrendous waiting on gp ringing was just hoping someone had the same issues as me that could put my mind at rest

Oh no!

A friend had a similar problem. A more experienced practitioner managed it after a short wait"

Thankyou I had it out Thursday and was told to expect some spotting or light bleed was normal but this definitely isn't what I was expecting

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By *icecouple561Couple
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39 weeks ago

East Sussex

"Thankyou sounds like you were the lucky ones mines been horrendous waiting on gp ringing was just hoping someone had the same issues as me that could put my mind at rest

Oh no!

A friend had a similar problem. A more experienced practitioner managed it after a short wait

Thankyou I had it out Thursday and was told to expect some spotting or light bleed was normal but this definitely isn't what I was expecting "

Have you heard from the GP?

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By (user no longer on site)
39 weeks ago

I had one fitted 11 years ago at the same time as a smear and swab. It was painful at the time and I had it for 2 years...in the wrong position. When they finally agreed to remove it, it took 2 people 4 attempts as I had scaring inside from the whole insertion. It had basically stuck to me.

I spent a day not being able to walk.

Then they wanted to put another one in!

It never personally worked for me. It was always painful but the removal was traumatic.

That being said, it isn't like that for everyone.

All I can say is I wish I'd taken a strong painkiller before hand.

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By *r_Mrs.DSCouple
39 weeks ago

Voldsøy

Everyone I spoke to and everything I read said the removal was easier than insertion. Not for me it wasn't! I'd only had it a couple of months and it did not agree with me.

Post-removal, I had terrible bleeding, clots and tissue for weeks after. Nobody seemed to care. I must've blocked it out because I can't remember how long it took to recover and it was only a few months ago. I regret ever getting it.

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By *reyToTheFairiesWoman
39 weeks ago

Carlisle usually

I've only had the copper coil removed previously.

I was expecting a quick five minute job from what I'd heard from other people who've had them. What I actually got was almost a whole hour of varying levels of discomfort and pain, and hearing the assistant quietly ask if she should call the hospital for a surgical removal while the woman between my legs tried to shush her.

The threads had come loose, apparently it's not that bad usually. They did get it out eventually, no extended bleeding or pain after the expected discomfort from the trauma had faded. And I've got another 3 years before this Mirena one needs removed 💜

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By *ovelyLady21Couple
39 weeks ago

Bury St Edmunds

Oh my, this doesn't fill me with hope. I had huge amounts of pain and discomfort with the insertion and had to have a scan 2 weeks later to make sure the coil hadn't become embedded in the wall as the nurse struggled so much to get it in place. I've still got about 18 months before removal but I was really hoping it would be much less painful x

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By *hester15Man
39 weeks ago

halifax

My wife had one a coil year ago did it work no it went through the side of her womb she made the medical papers plus a daughter

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"Thankyou sounds like you were the lucky ones mines been horrendous waiting on gp ringing was just hoping someone had the same issues as me that could put my mind at rest

Oh no!

A friend had a similar problem. A more experienced practitioner managed it after a short wait

Thankyou I had it out Thursday and was told to expect some spotting or light bleed was normal but this definitely isn't what I was expecting

Have you heard from the GP? "

Gp is ringing me tomorrow thankyou

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"Everyone I spoke to and everything I read said the removal was easier than insertion. Not for me it wasn't! I'd only had it a couple of months and it did not agree with me.

I'm definitely having the same issues its horrible but a bit reassreassuring that its happened to others I was just worried but sounds like its to be expected

Glad your better now

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By *carlet SeductionWoman
39 weeks ago

Maidstone

My first one they cut the strings too short so couldn't find it. They attempted 3 times at the GP

They sent me to the local clinic. Next stop would have been hospital but they thankfully managed to do it. Was definitely worse than having it put in. Second one was a breeze. I'll let you know next year about the final one!!

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"My first one they cut the strings too short so couldn't find it. They attempted 3 times at the GP

Ah that's was lucky I had my removed as been in 2 long not having another one fitted after the bleeding with this one its honestly worse than when I had a miscarriage

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By *carlet SeductionWoman
39 weeks ago

Maidstone

"My first one they cut the strings too short so couldn't find it. They attempted 3 times at the GP

Ah that's was lucky I had my removed as been in 2 long not having another one fitted after the bleeding with this one its honestly worse than when I had a miscarriage "

Oh my! That does sound awful. I do think you were probably really unlucky though as most people have no trouble at all. Really sorry you went through that xx

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"My first one they cut the strings too short so couldn't find it. They attempted 3 times at the GP

Ah that's was lucky I had my removed as been in 2 long not having another one fitted after the bleeding with this one its honestly worse than when I had a miscarriage

Oh my! That does sound awful. I do think you were probably really unlucky though as most people have no trouble at all. Really sorry you went through that xx"

Thankyou

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By *irty DiamondsCouple
39 weeks ago

London - South East and West

As a sufferer of very painful and heavy periods I was given the coil to stop anaemia. It was extremely painful to fit. Then got dislodged, which caused pain each period (which never stopped). The removal, in comparison, was a breeze.

What strikes me from this post though, is how much pain women go through, just because they are women. Periods. Babies. Cesarean. Menopause. Coils. Its just so unfair. I know that sounds childish, but ive had about 35 years of being in pain, just because im female.

I get back to my gin x

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By *estinysswingersCouple
39 weeks ago

Worsley

Mrs removed her own coil.

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"As a sufferer of very painful and heavy periods I was given the coil to stop anaemia. It was extremely painful to fit. Then got dislodged, which caused pain each period (which never stopped). The removal, in comparison, was a breeze.

I get back to my gin x

I totally agree with you there we go through so much as women chuck leukemia and other issues into the mix well had my coil removed 9 days ago and still bleeding like a tap hopefully the pills the doctor gave me yesterday to stop it will start working soon

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By *.A.KinkWoman
39 weeks ago

wigan

Female doctor refused to remove my coil without speaking to my husband and getting his consent.

I told her I don’t have a husband but that he is someone else’s husband.

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By *eavenscentitCouple
39 weeks ago

barnstaple

I wonder if any men have read this? I feel for you all x

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"Female doctor refused to remove my coil without speaking to my husband and getting his consent.

I told her I don’t have a husband but that he is someone else’s husband. "

That's well out of order

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By (user no longer on site)
39 weeks ago

I had to have mine done at the hospital as the string was hidden. I'll be honest it was bloody painful and I bleed awfully afterwards. Its put me off for a while but I need a new one now to help with pre-menopause symptoms.

Good luck op x

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By (user no longer on site)
39 weeks ago

I’ve had it twice. Had the second one removed only a few months ago. The thread had disappeared and we were very close to doing a whole procedure to remove it. Even with all the complications, the actual removal was fairly quick and pain free.

Having it removed it’s much easier than having it inserted in my experiences.

I recommend taking some pain relief beforehand if you’re worried about it ☺️

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By *icecouple561Couple
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39 weeks ago

East Sussex

"Female doctor refused to remove my coil without speaking to my husband and getting his consent.

I told her I don’t have a husband but that he is someone else’s husband. "

When was this 1327?

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By (user no longer on site)
39 weeks ago

Had two removed, had to have an ultrasound done to find one because it went missing. Little scratch each time on removal but I had always had a lot of movement in mine so it wasn’t embedded in like on others so could easily have removed myself. Hope you get sorted.

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By (user no longer on site)
39 weeks ago

I'm currently on Mirena coil #4. Had my first in 2012...inserted during surgery to remove endometrial polyps. The bleeding and pain was horrendous for a week after. But, it has been an absolute life saver these past 13 years 🙏 Now that I'm post-menopausal, I'll be having my coil removed at some point, and it does makes me a little anxious...its been a part of me for so long 😟

Sending love and hugs OP...you've been through so much this year... stay strong. Inbox always open if you ever want to chat 🫶 x

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By *ee And MikeCouple
39 weeks ago

Cannock

Being a cuckold coupled Dee had the coil fitted as she felt it suit our lifestyle better, she recently had it removed and found it very easy experience.

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By (user no longer on site)
39 weeks ago

Sending love & hugs to everyone who has had, or still having, issues with the Mirena coil. Thanks for this thread OP, it shows how we ladies are made of strong stuff and are great at supporting each other through difficult times 🫶

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By *bwlady123Woman
39 weeks ago

private

Mine was horrible but it had moved so was t as easy to get out. Took two attempts to pull it out and hurt I’d never have one again but it just didn’t agree with me

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By *oBoCoupleCouple
39 weeks ago

Southampton

I’m waiting to have my removed but there’s a long wait…

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"Sending love & hugs to everyone who has had, or still having, issues with the Mirena coil. Thanks for this thread OP, it shows how we ladies are made of strong stuff and are great at supporting each other through difficult times 🫶 "

Thankyou indeed us women do support each other on these things im doing much better now day 10 still bleeding but a lot lighter wouldn't have another one fitted don't want to be in this postion in 5 years time hopefully the menopause will stop all this

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By *eavenly HelWoman
39 weeks ago

Cardiff

Hey ladies. I've had my Mirena for 18 months and it's been a godsend for me, stopping very heavy periods and also adding to HRT treatment, which gave me back my sex drive.

After a recent stay in hospital, they discovered mine is in the wrong place and wanted to remove it. They couldn't find the strings though, so have referred me to the Gynae outpatient department for removal and replacement. I'm not sure I want it removed though. Obviously it's still providing the hormones I need, but I've also relied on it for contraception, and...no babies thus far, so it's obviously doing it's job.

Has anybody else had a similar experience? H x

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By *icecouple561Couple
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39 weeks ago

East Sussex

"Hey ladies. I've had my Mirena for 18 months and it's been a godsend for me, stopping very heavy periods and also adding to HRT treatment, which gave me back my sex drive.

Has anybody else had a similar experience? H x"

No but if it's in the wrong place and they want to remove and replace I'd get it done.

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By *lpineSpiceCouple
39 weeks ago

Norfolk

Absolutely.

I work in healthcare so I’ve come across a lot of women that have had coils not fitted correctly.

When I decided to go for the coil I was adamant that I was going to get it done at my local sexual/family heath clinic rather than the GP surgery, the clinic I go to have a ultrasound scanner so they can check there & then that’s it’s been inserted in the right place.

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By *layful_GaiaWoman
39 weeks ago

Yorkshire

I prefer them and with the pain relief I have found the insertion/ removal process fine when done by the gynecology clinic who specialise in that area. I also found it appalling by the GP Nurse who did a smear, pushing the visible threads up, then had to fish for them.

I wonder are GP practice staff mostly not experienced enough to do it well. Bit like drawing bloods or an epidural. It's practice that makes it correct and smooth, a GP office as a 1 stop service don't do them as frequently so they are clumsy in the process.

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

The same doctor who fitted mine 8 years ago removed it last week just wasn't expecting the heavy blood loss to be honest it was more than after having a baby but thankfully day 10 seems to be getting better with special medication

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
39 weeks ago

near Putney Heath

"Thankyou sounds like you were the lucky ones mines been horrendous waiting on gp ringing was just hoping someone had the same issues as me that could put my mind at rest "

I go to the sexual Health clinic for all of my gynaecology.

GP's are clueless as are A & E doctors if you get a tampon stuck. Gynaecology female doctor had to come and get the tampon out.

My last Mirena intra-uterine system/device/coil was removed by a young male GYNAECOLOGY doctor. And he was teaching a young female nurse at the same time.

I don't even let the GP near me for the smear.

They can also give you some local anaesthetic to have it put in or taken out.

I found out from women's online forums!

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By *ussycat777Woman
39 weeks ago

A backalley in Fabtown

"The same doctor who fitted mine 8 years ago removed it last week just wasn't expecting the heavy blood loss to be honest it was more than after having a baby but thankfully day 10 seems to be getting better with special medication "

That's horrific! What a nightmare for you.

I've had issues getting the right combination of HRT and the coil was suggested at my last gynae appointment. Flatly refused it. I had several really bad experiences with a hysteroscopy & colposcopy so the thought of having the coil fitted broke me out in a sweat.

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

That's horrific! What a nightmare for you.

Hrt ive been very lucky a senior nurse practitioner is really knowledgeable and understanding as she is going though it im on everol 100 patches and 100mg utrogestan tablets they seem to be ok

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By *ussycat777Woman
39 weeks ago

A backalley in Fabtown

That's horrific! What a nightmare for you.

Hrt ive been very lucky a senior nurse practitioner is really knowledgeable and understanding as she is going though it im on everol 100 patches and 100mg utrogestan tablets they seem to be ok "

The utrogestan killed my stomach. Tried it vaginally and also anally which still didn't help. Also started bleeding heavily on it. Had a break for a few months and now on Evorel Conti. Waiting to see how it goes.

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
39 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Ah I was on everol conti but they wernt strong enough hoping not to have another coil but will have to see how next month goes with the bleeding

That's horrific! What a nightmare for you.

Hrt ive been very lucky a senior nurse practitioner is really knowledgeable and understanding as she is going though it im on everol 100 patches and 100mg utrogestan tablets they seem to be ok

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By *eautifully TwistedWoman
38 weeks ago

Telford

My insertion and removal were both fine, I just took paracetamol and ibuprofen before the appointment.

I think it really depends on the skill of the doctor removing it to be honest, everyone has a different tolerance level too.

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By *inkywife1981Couple
38 weeks ago

A town near you

I currently have the mirena coil fitted, prob my 5th or 6th one at this stage but when this one is removed I won't be replacing it.

There are a few miren coil related posts on here which are good reads.

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By *hellegsWoman
38 weeks ago

lincoln

how did she remove her own coil? some friends have said legs back to your shoulders and cough. i think my fingers are too short to find my strings!!!

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By *hellegsWoman
38 weeks ago

lincoln

that is shocking! it is you asking for the removal. not your husband! how dare a female doctor judge you. i hope you complained to the surgery.

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By *luebell888Woman
38 weeks ago

Glasgowish

I didn't feel a thing when mine was removed. It was done straight after a smear and I wasn't even aware she had taken it out.

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By *th2011Couple
38 weeks ago

paignton/ Tamworth

Mine was so dam painful getting it removed, took them over an hour to just find the strings, the pain afterwards was awful, but once it’s in it’s all fine, the things use women have to go through

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By *icecouple561Couple
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38 weeks ago

East Sussex

The person who can develop a 100% effective form of contraception with no adverse side effects is likely to make a fortune.

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
38 weeks ago

near Putney Heath

"The person who can develop a 100% effective form of contraception with no adverse side effects is likely to make a fortune. "

yup

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By (user no longer on site)
38 weeks ago

Ohhh Lord I'm going to cry I've to go to the hospital in a few weeks to get mine removed and replaced as the doctor couldn't remove it said if they can't in the hospital I'll need a general anesthetic and a procedure

I felt it was more the doctor couldn't remove it tbh and she said I'd a tilted womb,the previous doctor who inserted it had no problem removing and inserting it but she has unfortunately changed GP practice since

I was already anxious before knowing what was ahead of me .....🙈🙈

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By *layful Sub BratWoman
38 weeks ago

Greater London

No problems with removal. Bit uncomfortable, but that's to be expected, no?

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
38 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

The removal was pain free and was told to expect some spotting but it was more than spotting thats for sure never bleed so much in my life and still bleeding after a week an half

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By *en ItaliaWoman
38 weeks ago

your lap

"Ohhh Lord I'm going to cry I've to go to the hospital in a few weeks to get mine removed and replaced as the doctor couldn't remove it said if they can't in the hospital I'll need a general anesthetic and a procedure

I was already anxious before knowing what was ahead of me .....🙈🙈"

I imagine you’ll see a gynaecologist and they’ll do it easily. So try not to worry.

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By *ndian_jmCouple
38 weeks ago

Wigston

Hurt a lot

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By *riendly BiMan
38 weeks ago

My wife had one before her hysterectomy and she said it was the most uncomfortable thing that she's ever had inserted or taken out of her. It did nothing whatsoever for her. I hope it wasn't too much pain for you

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By *orphia2003Woman
38 weeks ago

Tonypandy.

First time i found the removal itself to be uncomfortable. Felt a big of tugging. I had really bad stomach cramps and noticeable bleeding for a few days afterwards.

Second one I had a nightmare getting it inserted.

The others have been ok, with just a little cramping.

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By *lackcanaryWoman
38 weeks ago

ipswich

Easy and pain free. Ask you to cough and then they pull it out. Over and out before you know it!

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
38 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Seems everyone had different experiences the removal was pain free just the issues after with really heavy uncomfortable bleeding

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
38 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"I wonder if any men have read this? I feel for you all x"

Mr s yes x

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By *ady OliveWoman
38 weeks ago

Stafford

Mine one fell out on it's own.

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By *hellegsWoman
38 weeks ago

lincoln

that is really good to know. going for my smear and removal soonish

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
38 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"that is really good to know. going for my smear and removal soonish

Good luck hope it goes good for you unlike mine

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
37 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

3 weeks since having removed and still bleeding great times

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By *izzy.miss.lizzyCouple
37 weeks ago

Pembrokeshire

"3 weeks since having removed and still bleeding great times "

I'd have that checked out if I was you, just to be cautious.

Its a long while since I had coils, but fitting was worse than removing.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
37 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

Ive had 4, there keeping this last one in I dont know why. Having them removed has never been a problem but having one put in feels like a red hot poker going through your belly button

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
37 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"3 weeks since having removed and still bleeding great times

I'd have that checked out if I was you, just to be cautious.

Its a long while since I had coils, but fitting was worse than removing."

Yer im under the care of gp got to have another scan in 2 weeks and then there make a plan going forward wether thats to try somthing else or refer to hospital for further advice gp has said its rare but possible to bleed for up to 6 weeks after removel

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By *aFemmeCoquetteWoman
37 weeks ago

Somewhere in the middle not the.....

"Ive had 4, there keeping this last one in I dont know why. Having them removed has never been a problem but having one put in feels like a red hot poker going through your belly button"

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By (user no longer on site)
37 weeks ago

"Ive had 4, there keeping this last one in I dont know why. Having them removed has never been a problem but having one put in feels like a red hot poker going through your belly button

Yes, you're absolutely right. Saw my GP yesterday. My FSH levels have been higher than 30 on the last two blood results, so I'm post menopausal now. I can have my Mirena coil removed at any time, but there's no harm keeping it in until I turn 55 next year, as there's no longer any progesterone being released from it.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
37 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

"Ive had 4, there keeping this last one in I dont know why. Having them removed has never been a problem but having one put in feels like a red hot poker going through your belly button

Once you're over 45 the rules change with it, it can stay in indefinitely until post menopause apparently. That's what i was told this year when mine was fitted, this will be my last one and its fine to stay in til then."
They told me mine could just stay in. Im 60 and no mention of having it removed it's certainly not causing me any problems

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
37 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"Ive had 4, there keeping this last one in I dont know why. Having them removed has never been a problem but having one put in feels like a red hot poker going through your belly button

Once you're over 45 the rules change with it, it can stay in indefinitely until post menopause apparently. That's what i was told this year when mine was fitted, this will be my last one and its fine to stay in til then.They told me mine could just stay in. Im 60 and no mention of having it removed it's certainly not causing me any problems"

Seems all GPS are different they told me mine had to come out as been in 8 years

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By (user no longer on site)
36 weeks ago

Had the coil out and replaced during the week and thankfully all went well this time,so glad its over,had fantastic nurses minding me

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By *esigned_For_FunWoman
36 weeks ago

wherever I am. ;)

Thankfully, I had no problems at all. I do feel sorry for the women who have experienced a rough time with it though.

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By *eautifully TwistedWoman
36 weeks ago

Telford

I had no issues with implantation or removal.

I took paracetamol and ibuprofen before and it was fine.

I'm pretty sure it is the skill of the doctor that will make the removal process easier or easy.

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By *ambs-stagvixenCouple
36 weeks ago

Nr Huntingdon

I have suffering with bad periods all my life. My main problems started 17 years ago. But I actually got the coil fitted last year as they told me it would help with my periods. They put me on thie pill while I waited for my appointment. Pill worked periods stopped. Coil fitted periods back with vengeance. Back to gp told to wait and wait. Was checked to see if the coil was in place around Christmas it was. Still suffering went to the dr in April she did an exam couldn't find my strings didnt tell me. Went for a ultrasound oh its moved you need it removing! Month later the dr rang me to inform me of this and wanted to replace it with another one. I was done at this point i would bleed for 3 weeks have a week off and bleed again! Had it removed whilst on my period

. Back on the pill thank God its worked. But waiting to see a gynecologist. First time I have been referred in 17 years! Its shite being a woman some times.

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By *ffortthatchickWoman
36 weeks ago

HEATHFIELD

Ive had coils for 25 years, the last change had to be a referral to gynae as will this one. Its a life saver when it comes to periods or lack of and it forms part of the HRT I need. Can't say removal was the most comfortable or pleasant experience but the nurses were amazing. The benefits for me, out weigh everything else.

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By *nsatiable21Woman
36 weeks ago

neverland

Iv had coils since I was a teenager. Had mine fitted during c section this time and they've had trouble locating it but did eventually find it. Think I need it changed as its been 5 years and they have said if you had it for heavy periods that's the time to get it changed and iv noticed iv started having them again after 5 years not

Absolutely dreading it

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
36 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Had mine removed just over 4 weeks ago told I wouldn't need a new one as on hrt patches and tablets but 4 weeks on still bleeding from it got a scan on Thursday to see why

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By *k8888GLWWoman
35 weeks ago

Glasgow

My experience was that the insertion was much more painful than the removal. I remember the Dr almost shouting at me because apparently I have a narrow cervix, I mean what do you say to that??

I was one of the unlucky ones that still took a period, while I had it. Got it removed around 18 months ago and going to get another.

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
35 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

It's so interesting seeing everyone's experience of it mine was painless going in and out no periods while I had it in but had it out 5 weeks ago and still bleeding

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By *inky_Soul69Woman
35 weeks ago

Galway-Outskirts/West

Pain was worse going in than out. Ive had my second in for 5 years now and I still have periods . Much much lighter than before. But still every month . Just irregular

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
35 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Well 5 weeks its been out still bleeding had a ultrasound scan today so hopefully will get some answers soon

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
34 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Had another coil put in after 6 weeks constant bleeding finger crossed this work

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By *iss DevilWoman
34 weeks ago

Hiding

"Had another coil put in after 6 weeks constant bleeding finger crossed this work "

Fingers crossed for you. My first one worked very well, 2nd one was fine until it wasn't, 3rd one didn't even last 6 months. I declined the 4th one, way too stressful.

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
34 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Yer ive had 6 weeks of hell thats why both me and doctor think it was best to put a second one in the stuff us women have to go through

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By *tlanshiaWoman
34 weeks ago

Chatham

Mine was only painful when the strings went missing and they had to poke around in my cervix. Not fun

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
29 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

Had mirena removed end of July weeks heavy bleeding with massive clots had a new one fitted early September and been light bleeding ever since except for 4 days anyone else had this issue

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By *tlanshiaWoman
29 weeks ago

Chatham

I have had a few, most experiences are uncomfortable.

My most recent one, the strings got lost. So they had to stick what can only be described as one of the mini wire brushes you get to clean straws into my cervix and wiggle it around a bit. I was on the roof

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By *uliette500Woman
28 weeks ago

Hull

"Had mirena removed end of July weeks heavy bleeding with massive clots had a new one fitted early September and been light bleeding ever since except for 4 days anyone else had this issue"

It is really common to bleed for the first few weeks even up to 2 or 3 months while things settle down. Is there a reason they didn't replace it at the same time as removing the old one as that can often stop these issues from happening?

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By *aughtydealcouple OP Couple
27 weeks ago

Walmer, Deal

"Had mirena removed end of July weeks heavy bleeding with massive clots had a new one fitted early September and been light bleeding ever since except for 4 days anyone else had this issue

They didn't replace at times as being menopause and not had period for over a year so gp didn't feel I needed one but touch wood its settled down now a been bleed free for a week or so

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By *ries AngelWoman
26 weeks ago

Southampton

I’ve got mine booked to have it removed at the end of this month and I’m dreading it tbh! None of the GPs I’ve spoken to so far at my practice seem to know what they are talking about so got another appointment tomorrow with the one who specializes in all things menopausal.

I’m not holding my breath!

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By (user no longer on site)
26 weeks ago

I had the Copper Coil many years ago, the removal was, what I can only describe as absolute agony! Along with cramps for a good few days. I have a tilted pelvis so I put it down to that. I’m due to have the mirena fitted to help with Adenonmyosis and I’m sweating just thinking about the removal!

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