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Mirena is an IUD that is
Mirena is an IUD that is inserted into you body long-term and also releases birth control hormones.
The most common side effect is irregular periods, which you can expect for the first 3 to 6 months. After your body adjusts, the number of bleeding days is likely to decrease (but may remain irregular), and you may even find that your periods stop completely. By the third month of use, you may see up to a 75% reduction in the amount of menstrual bleeding. After one year, 20% users may hay have no period at all. Your periods will return once Mirena is removed.
Another common problem experienced by Mirena users is the development of a cyst on the ovary. About 10% of women using Mirena will develop an ovarian cyst. These cysts may disappear on their own in a month or two. However, cysts can cause pain and sometimes will need surgery.
You can see the whole list of possible side effects here: http://www.contracept.org/iud-mirena.php
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