"i got the skyla inserted about a year and a half ago. i&#039;ve gained about 20-30 lb and i have noticed that my hair seems to be thinning. i&#039;m 25.



i still get periods, but they&#039;re very short and i don&#039;t need a pad or a tampon-- they&#039;re really, really light. i get occasional cramps. definitely less than when i didn&#039;t have the iud.



i like the short, light periods and not worrying about being pregnant-- but the weight gain and hair loss are bothering me. i don&#039;t fit into any of my old clothes anymore. and it seems like i just keep gaining weight, even though i&#039;m in an intense spin class.



i&#039;m considering getting it removed because of the weight gain."