"i have had mirena for a little over two years and had it inserted 4 weeks after having my only child. i had dealt with horrible cramps every month for my entire life, until mirena. it is a blessing to not have cramps and to not have a period but maybe 3 times a year. however, this comes with a huge but for me. i have zero sex drive, have gained 20 pounds that i cannot lose to save my life, constantly have discharge, and bleed and hurt after intercourse. i&#039;ve been thinking about getting it removed due to my husband being frustrated with my low drive, but to have those horrible cramps again makes me cringe. tough situation that i would rather not be in."