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Does the mirena (levonorgestrel) make you gain weight? what are some weight-related side effects?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No : Weight gain is not a known side effect of the Mirena (levonorgestrel) IUD. You will certainly find people complaining about that online but scientific studies do not show a direct link. The most common side effect is the absence of menstrual cycles or very light periods.

Answered 7/15/2015

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