19) What to Expect Using Mirena (LNG IUS) to Treat Period Problems

IMPORTANT 2023 UPDATE re: IUD DURATION OF USE- US FDA now approves 52mg levonorgestrel IUD (Mirena, Liletta) for 8 YEARS use for contraception. When treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding is the primary indication, best results are usually seen in the first 5 years. Kyleena (19.5mg) is still 5 years. See video #35 for info on copper IUD extended use.

******
Dr. Kristina Dervaitis, an Obstetrician/ Gynecologist in Newmarket, Ontario, answers your IUD questions:

What should you expect when using a levonorgestrel IUD to treat period problems?

How long will it take to work?

What bleeding should be expected in the initial “adjustment phase” after insertion?

Please note: this channel is provided as a volunteer public health education initiative (not for profit, no industry support, the channel is not monetized with ads). Dr. Dervaitis received her MD in 2000 and completed her OB/Gyn residency training in 2005 at Western University.