Period after IUD removal

[northrncwgrl]

Hi all! I had my copper IUD removed mid March. My period was 9 days late, then started really light, the same way they were before I had an IUD. On the IUD they were very heavy, and usually lasted around 4 days. Now, I had 3 days of light bleeding, and then yesterday it got really heavy and painful. And it is the same today, with no sign of letting up.

I can't take the pain or pms anymore! And my tummy has been so swollen for almost 2 weeks now, I'm so uncomfortable! Has anyone else experienced this? I've only heard about people that may be late, or have a light period. Not this nightmare!

[jenstam]

The IUD removal shouldn't affect your cycles at all, since this is a non hormonal IUD. Any chance you could have been pregnant or could be pregnant? I would almost suspect an early miscarriage. Have you taken a test?

[northrncwgrl]

Yes we are TTC, and because I was so late I thought I might be pg, but I took 2 tests that both said negative. I was going to test again later, but then af started. I know with my first 2 kids, I showed positive literally the day I was due, so I assumed I wasn't. And that's the frustrating part - that the non-hormonal IUD was not supposed to change anything. Well I guess there's no way to tell now hey? Just have to ride this out. Ug!

[jenstam]

Hmm...I wouldn't think your cycle changes would be due to the IUD at all. Regardless, good luck TTC! Baby dust (:

[northrncwgrl]

Thank you!!! My first baby dust! :)

[TRICIA70364]

i had the mirna iud and i never had a period so now i am trying to get my self on track because we are also ttc #3  good luck and baby dust to u