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I have had the minera in for almost a year and I have lost all interest in sex its terrible. When i was prego and even before that my sex drive was intense and unstoppable, now i can't even masturbate i feel it is totally minera and i think i need to have it removed or i will lose my relationship. Any men reading this its not your partner losing interest in ypu, she herself is lost and dont blame her. I myself never thought i could lose my sex drive (i always wanted it more than my guy) its time to try a different birth control. Good luck
October 20, 2014 - 10:43amThis Comment
This more and more encouraging to hear this for me. My wife and I are in our first year of marriage which is said to be the toughest. Couple that with her being in the military and we are far from family and friends. It really couldn't feel tougher and alone. We are to that point where I have to work to convince her to let us keep working on our life together. She has said that she doesn't have that romantic love for me. She feels love for me but is very confused and can't explain it. She is convinced to getting rid of the mirena, so hopefully we will be able to resume our path together.
October 20, 2014 - 1:18pmThis Comment
You know, it hadn't occurred to me before now, but yes, since I had the Mirena implanted my sex drive has definitely bottomed out. Normally I wanted sex more often than my husband did, now the situation is quite reversed. :-/ I'm just never in the mood. It probably doesn't help that the simple act of getting turned on is slightly painful, now. When things start to tighten down below, I can feel the Mirena, and it causes an uncomfortable tugging sensation deep inside. To top it all off, I recently broke down and admitted to myself that I've been depressed since last December, and I had the Mirena implanted last October. So, now I'm wondering if the Mirena has caused that, too. :(
October 17, 2014 - 3:41pmThis Comment
I'm so glad to see some relief to my own relationship woes. As much as it is terrible to see so many having problems it is also a comfort for myself to know that the zero sex drive and mood change is so common. My wife will be seeing this soon. We have been married a little over a year now and the device was placed not too much later. We had such a solid relationship till these side affects started taking place. Much to the point that I didn't even think such a small device could really wreck a couples life. I certainly hope we can repair the damage it has caused in a very timely manner.
October 10, 2014 - 9:07pmThank you all for sharing and hopefully all turns well very soon.
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Is it all kinds of intimacy (kissing, hugging) or just lack of sex? I am at a loss with my wife. I hope this is the culprit. I did have a vasectomy and it is being removed in a few months, but I really want to know exactly how,this affects things. Thank yiou!
October 14, 2014 - 7:56pmThis Comment
I had Mirena for the full 5 years. The beginning was difficult with headaches and mood swings but it didn't last. I recently had it removed and out of nowhere my sex drive is over the moon!!! To the point I think my husband is annoyed! Is this common with anyone having Mirena removed or is it just me??
October 9, 2014 - 10:57amThis Comment
My girlfriend of 2.5+ years seems to have the majority of these side effect symptoms. Zero sex drive, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, stomach pain, mood swings and a deterioration of love for her boyfriend, me.
She is the one who told me she loved me first and we recently completed a semi-long distance relationship while she was studying abroad in London. I am 30 year old male and she is 26. When she left abroad she also said she loved me and that everything would be fine with our relationship when she returned. I traveled to Europe 5 times to visit her.
Since her Minera IUD, everything seems to have changed in our relationship. She has no interest in me other than a platonic relationship. We always have fun together but I can tell the spark in her eyes that she once had is gone, or at least hidden under the surface. I am truly convinced it is the birth control but anytime I mention it she snaps and does not want to admit this might be the issue. I feel lost and so confused with the sudden deterioration of our relationship. I know in my heart it is the IUD. I have read countless hours on these message boards and try to discuss with her others that maybe in the same situation as us.
She has an appointment scheduled with an OBGYN next week. I have asked my girlfriend if I can write some questions to ask the OBGYN. Do you think it would be going to far to ask if I could accompany her to the appointment? How can I be supportive while still giving her space? I want this relationship to workout and get back to where it was. I have been a great/loving boyfriend to her but it seems in the last 6 months nothing I do is good enough and any little thing sets her off.
Seeking some advice.
S.
October 2, 2014 - 7:00amThis Comment
To follow up my girlfriend had her Mirena IUD removed today! She said she discussed her side effects and the OBGYN said it was likely not caused by the IUD. After reading this blog and others and other comments I am not surprised with the OBGYN’s assessment.
I am so pleased with her decision. I only hope she feels better in the upcoming days and weeks and we can begin what I hope will be a new and happy chapter in our relationship.
October 8, 2014 - 4:02amThis Comment
If your girlfriend truly loves you, she will listen to what you have to say and be open to suggestions regarding her IUD. The first thing you need to do is give examples on how her behavior has changed since getting the mirena. One example I gave my wife is her female boss gave her flowers one day and she jumped all over her saying she gave them to her for the wrong reason (a leadership class she taught just graduated). How do you get upset at someone for giving you flowers? She would have never acted that way before. This is just one example out of many that occurred on a consistent basis.
If you can demonstrate where her behavior is detrimental on a regular basis not only to you but the people she's around, you have a chance at getting her to consider removing the mirena. You need to make it about her and how she has a chance for more of a quality life. The women following this board, correct me if I'm wrong, but most women are not even aware that they're behavior has changed when they are adversely affected by hormones. You can't just say it's the mirena and leave it at that. Have concrete evidence of before and after occurrences that you believe indicate a substantial change.
Additionally, you have a have a plan on what you're going to do about birth control post-mirena. Do your research, talk about the IUD paragaurd which does not have hormones, using condoms, etc. If you have a plan it will show her that you care about your relationship. I hope this helps.
October 2, 2014 - 10:12amThis Comment
Thanks for your reply and advise. We certainly have talked a little bit about birth control if she decides to remove the Minera. But more discussions are needed. The problem is, anytime I even try to broach the subject she gets defensive.
I am worried that even if she tells the OBGYN of all her side effects (rapid weight gain has also occurred which I didn't mention in my first posting) the OBGYN will tell her not to worry, that this is natural as I've read others stating. My girlfriend believes more from a professional than listening to her own body/mind. Have other women out there had their doctor give such advise even after stating the side effects they suffer from?
Thanks, S.
October 2, 2014 - 10:54amThis Comment