"i&#039;ve had no mood swings, no weight gain, no acne. it has certainly prevented pregnancy. however, i have had a full period lasting more than 7 days every other week for the past 6 months. i spend almost half my month bleeding. i don&#039;t get cramps but my periods are heavier than before. it&#039;s getting to the point where i&#039;m thinking about getting it taken out."