Question 1

can the mirena (levonorgestrel) coil prevent menopause symptoms?

Accepted Answer

No: The Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud releases Progesterone locally and is fda approved for contraception (up to 5 years) and for reducing heavy menstrual flow. The classic symptoms of menopause (hot flushes, night sweats, vag dryness, sleeplessness) would not be prevented by the mirena (levonorgestrel).

Question 2

will mirena (levonorgestrel) coil help with menopause symptoms for someone in late 40's?

Accepted Answer

No: The Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud releases Progesterone locally in the uterine cavity and is fda approved for contraception (up to 5 years) and for reducing heavy menstrual flow. The classic symptoms of menopause (hot flushes, night sweats, vag dryness, sleeplessness) would not be prevented by the mirena (levonorgestrel).

Question 3

can a mirena (levonorgestrel) iud lower estrogen and cause menopause symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Though taking high doses of Progesterone - like Depo Provera - can suppress estrogen levels, the amount of Progesterone in the Mirena (levonorgestrel) is a lot lower.  So it would be unusual for it to cause hot flashes or night sweats.  Those kind of symptoms can also be caused by stress and thyroid problems.

Question 4

in 41 ttc had mirena out sept periods still not reg i using apps one says 13 days late one said 19 days late and 50 day cycle length last period 5//6/20 could i be prego n test not picking up said neg or menopause ?

Accepted Answer

HPT:  Most women can check to see if they are pregnant about 2 weeks after they have sex - some wait until 3 weeks. If you are 13  to 19 days late for your period and the reason was because of pregnancy a home pregnancy test should pick up on that.

Question 5

had mirena (levonorgestrel) removed used condoms, 3 neg tests. headaches period 12 days late am i in the menopause?

Accepted Answer

Late periods: Late periods is not a sign of menopause. Absence or periods or better off irregular periods associated with mood instability, night sweats and hot flashes would be more suggestive of perimenopause. If you missed a period and pregnancy test is negative, you may continue checking for pregnancy especially in the face of symptoms suggestive of it.  After Mirena (levonorgestrel) irregular periods are common for a while.

Question 6

hi. i have night sweats occasional and now ive realised it tends to happen the few nights before we've my period happens although i dont really have a period because i have a mirena. i am 33 and worried it might be pre menopause.

Accepted Answer

No menopause yet: As long as the Mirena is in place and the night sweats are only before the period due to hormone drops, then menopause  is not yet a concern at age 33.

Question 7

i had a novasure around 9 years ago which was very successful. im now peri menopausal and having horrible symptoms. my doctor put me on hrt, utrogestan and oestrogen. the utrogestan is giving me a lot of side effects . can i have the mirena coil?

Accepted Answer

: You need to ask your GYN MD this question who has your full history and physical information at hand. If you are seeing a Family MD or GP obtain a live not virtual  GYN MD consult and 2nd opinion for he same reasons.

Question 8

i am 45 yr old female.  i have had my period for 12 days with 2 migraines .i have the mirena (levonorgestrel). blood work shows no menopause.. thyroid fine..help!

Accepted Answer

Schedule follow up : Schedule a visit for an iud check. They need to make sure it is still in the proper location. You can also discuss other methods for cycle control. Ask about an endometrial ablation.

Question 9

does a mirena break or stretch a hymen?

Accepted Answer

Yes: To insert an IUD such as Mirena, a speculum is inserted in the vagina so the cervix can be visualized, and this stretches the hymen.  Women who have used tampons have usually stretched the hymen and do not find the speculum to be painful when inserted.

Question 10

how effective is mirena (levonorgestrel)?

Accepted Answer

Very effective: Mirena (levonorgestrel) is one of the most effective non-permanent methods of birth control. It is better than 99% effective.

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Can the mirena (levonorgestrel) coil prevent menopause symptoms?

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Will mirena (levonorgestrel) coil help with menopause symptoms for someone in late 40's?

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Can a mirena (levonorgestrel) iud lower estrogen and cause menopause symptoms?

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In 41 ttc had mirena out sept periods still not reg i using apps one says 13 days late one said 19 days late and 50 day cycle length last period 5//6/20 could i be prego n test not picking up said neg or menopause ?

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Had mirena (levonorgestrel) removed used condoms, 3 neg tests. headaches period 12 days late am i in the menopause?

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Hi. i have night sweats occasional and now ive realised it tends to happen the few nights before we've my period happens although i dont really have a period because i have a mirena. i am 33 and worried it might be pre menopause.

A member asked:

I had a novasure around 9 years ago which was very successful. im now peri menopausal and having horrible symptoms. my doctor put me on hrt, utrogestan and oestrogen. the utrogestan is giving me a lot of side effects . can i have the mirena coil?

A member asked:

I am 45 yr old female. i have had my period for 12 days with 2 migraines .i have the mirena (levonorgestrel). blood work shows no menopause.. thyroid fine..help!

A member asked:

Does a mirena break or stretch a hymen?

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How effective is mirena (levonorgestrel)?

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