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Can Mirena IUD Be Used To Ease Discomforts Of Menopause?

Hi, I m 46 and considering the Mirena IUD. I ve been on birth control for several years and was interested in the IUD. I m not using it for birth control, I just want to go through menopause with a little as possible side effects. What are your thoughts?
Mon, 31 Aug 2020
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Hello,

Mirena can lighten the monthly bleeding. It doesn't relieve other menopause symptoms. For that, you might turn to hormone replacement therapy. This therapy may help with he menopause symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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Can Mirena IUD Be Used To Ease Discomforts Of Menopause?

Hello, Mirena can lighten the monthly bleeding. It doesn t relieve other menopause symptoms. For that, you might turn to hormone replacement therapy. This therapy may help with he menopause symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi