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Can the mirena (levonorgestrel) cause depression? i have been on the mirena (levonorgestrel) for 2 years after my son was born and i feel sad all the time.
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Depends: Some people are more sensitive to the hormone in the Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud. Some women too may suffer postpartum depression which if untreated can linger for a long time . Talk to your md about alternative contraception such as paraguard.
Answered 10/3/2016
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