Breif history: I am 37, onset of menses at age 9, severe dysmenorrhea, heavy bleeding with clotting, not started on OC till age 21. G1P1, 9lb 11oz baby, grade 2 rectocele/cystocyle. Currently I have tried just about ALL OC with main SE being migraines and HTN. I am now taking Lisinopril 20 to combat the HTN. Not over weight 5'6", 125 body fat 16%, BMI 19. I have had multiple ovarian cysts rupture, chronical ovarian/pelvic pain, several small fibroids. I have had an endometrial BX and D&C, negative. Never had laproscopy (GYN is suggesting it to rule out endometriosis). Contraception is NOT may main concern! Controling my painful heavy periods is the main issue while not giving me horrible migraines and HTN.
My GYN is suggesting a hysterectomy at some point but until then a Merina IUD. The forums I read about this product scare me! I read about weight gain, elevated BP, seere cramping, acne, back pain... ect. I do not feet his is a good choice for me. Whay would a copper IUD not be a better choice? Not ready for a hyst as I may want another child. Only have 1 now.
Thanks for direction/help/suggestions!!!!