"i had my mirena put in about 3-4 months ago. i have few very tolerable symptoms, which was awesome because i had horrible symptoms on the pill. i had lost 10lbs prior to mirena, but gained the 10 back. not sure if iud or diet affected that. i get a few blemishes more than normal, but nothing too noticeable. it hurt a bit when they were placing it but was definitely worth it. i had my period for the 1st month, then have had light spotting once a month. i still get minor menstrual cramps though. overall, i am very pleased with this method because i am too busy to remember a pill everyday and i don&#039;t feel comfortable wearing patches or rings."