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I'm 16 years old and i got the mirena booklet from my doctor and inside it said:
"Can tampons be used?
Use on sanitary pads is recommended. If tampons are used, you should change thm with care so as not to pull out the threads of mirena."
and i was just like wth!!
so i'm wondering
is it realy that risky to use tampons?
like what about the thongs? what about the bathing suits?
I'm so confused.
IT WAS VAGUE!!!
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I only discovered that my coil had been completely pulled out with a tampon after my other half happened to mention during sex he could no longer feel the strings.
June 5, 2018 - 12:08pmIt wasn't until I checked the bin and found it attached to a tampon I knew it was out. There was absolutely no pain. This could of happened over a 2 week period and later discovered I was pregnant.
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This recently happened to me pulled my coil right out removing a tampon the pain was unbelievable, I didn't think it was possible! But it happened!
January 17, 2017 - 1:18amThis Comment
Hey Alison Beaver, dont know if you are still on here.
December 10, 2016 - 12:53pmThe Mirena can be used on women who haven't had children if there are other factors that are affecting which birth control or menstrual management method they can use. I got put on it as a last resort as I'm allergic to condoms and have a clotting disorder that means I can't take the pill.
Also,
I have been using tampons for the last few months that I've had it and haven't had any problems.
I'm 19 and still young, and I found it too difficult to wear the things I wanted to wear without a tampon.
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I just recently got the mirena. I got it after my 2nd baby. I'm now having my first period with it, I tried to use a tampon and it's very uncomfortable. Every time I've tried it feels like I've got it in wrong. What should I do?
April 16, 2016 - 7:12amThis Comment
Hi Anonymous,
Are you still having difficulty inserting a tampon?
If so, use a sanitary pad and contact your gynecologist. If not, mention the problem during your next visit.
Regards,
April 18, 2016 - 8:58amMaryann
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Hi I'm a mum of three and have had the mirena in for two years now but two weeks ago I thought I felt it move as I had pain now two weeks on tonight I have pain in my lower sides n pelvis should I be worried as I've had sexual contact during the past few weeks ?
October 14, 2015 - 2:31pmThis Comment
Hi Anonymous,
Call your gynecologist right away. If you think the IUD shifted, and you are having pain, you must be examined by your doctor. You can discuss the risk for possible pregnancy once evaluated.
Regards,
October 15, 2015 - 9:20amMaryann
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Alison.....I hope you are still connected to this page!>......I have been searching for hours on this topic. I have the Mirena and have had it in place for nearly 3 years. I have always used tampons and had no problem, however tonight before getting into the shower I went to remove my tampon and did feel a sharp pain and now my strings are superlow...like less than a half inch inside! Where before I could barely feel them!!...I'm trying to figure out if it would still be in place, dislodged or whatever!...No insurance makes trips to the Dr a need to go basis!! Thoughts, tips, or comments.....help!
December 20, 2012 - 5:07amThis Comment
Hello Anonymous,
If you feel the threads lower than normal, it is very likely that the Mirena is not in the proper position. I understand that without health insurance, a trip to the doctor's office is costly. But, you need to be examined and have the Mirena repositioned, otherwise it is ineffective. Call your gynecologist and ask what you should do. You should not be charged for a telephone call and an office visit will cost less than an ER visit.
Alison is no longer here at EmpowHER. I hope I've helped.
Maryann
December 20, 2012 - 6:07pmThis Comment
Your cervix can change positions throughout your cycle, so it can be totally normal for the string to feel slightly longer.
April 17, 2017 - 7:18amThis Comment