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Hi i'm on the mirena (levonorgestrel) iud i was reading online and some people say that the mirena (levonorgestrel) can make it difficult for you to lose weight is this true?

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Dr. Kenneth Lanier answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

In some cases: Mirena (levonorgestrel) may cause weight gain in less then 5% of patients which can make it difficult to lose weight. Potential weight gain can be countered by a healthy diet and exercise.

Answered 2/2/2015

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