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Mirena IUD and Endometriosis

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Hi All,

I have had a Mirena IUD for 2 years now after being diagnosed with endometriosis. After 6 months with the mirena, I no longer had a period, mainly spotting. For the last 9 months, I have had very noticeable ovulation (egg white discharge, sore breasts, pelvic pain and vaginal swelling) and a light period a week later. Is this normal for them to return? Does it mean my endometriosis has grown back? What are your experiences with mirena? 

Thank you,

Rosie 

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  • amanda40
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    Hi endometriosis doesn't go away..it can't be cured. You just try treatments to manage symptoms. I had a total hystorectomy 16years ago ago..and have nothing left no womb ovaries or appendix. And it's come back attached to my sigmoid bowel I also have kidney infection and I'm being tested to see if it's attacked my urinary tract or kidneys also. Due to start zoladex injections for 6mths..it's also a cancer treatment for prostrate cancer in men.this disease doesn't ever go. Have kids if you can as soon as you can...as it affects fertility. I'm now 52 had it since I was19.

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