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I had a very negative experience with an IUD...I had it placed after my daughter was born (last April) and from the moment it was in until I had it removed in January, I had major problems. Although my doctor insisted my issues (chronic vaginal infections, uterine PH imbalances, chronic UTIs, horrible acne, huge bloated lower abdomen, to name a few)were not connected to the IUD, she finally took it out when I told her I was having my period for 13 days at a time. Once the IUD was removed, I started bleeding profusely, with huge clots...I lost six pounds over a weekend, and my belly shrunk down two pants sizes! It was like things had built up for 9 months, and just erupted! All my other symptoms cleared up almost instantaneously, and I haven't had any of those issues since. For me, it was not a good thing; I realize I am in the minority, the 5% of women who do not respond well to IUDs, but for me, it was not worth all of the trouble it put me through. I wouldn't recommend one to anyone. I thought I would be fine with the idea of something implanted in me, but I worried about it constantly, and it really drastically impacted my health. I went on Yasmin, and have been really happy with it. I had issues with pills as well, but I would rather suffer the minor mood issues than deal with an IUD ever again. Good luck with your decision.