I am looking at getting one of these (I have risk factors for the hormonal Mirena IUD). Does anyone have any personal experience with the copper one? It seems like everyone I know has the Mirena instead.
I have the copper IUD and haven't had any problems with it. When I had it inserted it felt about the same as a pap smear. Had some mild cramping the rest of the day and the following day but Advil helped a lot. The copper IUD can cause you to have heavier periods and more cramping during your period, but since I have heavy periods to begin with I haven't really noticed any change. I also haven't had and more or less cramps than I used to, but everyone is different so everyone's body reacts differently. But I will say that, for me, it's been one of the best decisions I've made. Definitely worth talking to your doctor about.
