"i opted to get mirena after my birth control pills caused my high blood pressure. the shot made me gain weight and really did a number on my bones. implanon was just a disaster and i was running out of options. i was a little reserved since i have not had children, and i knew the risks and side effects.i have not had children and i have a small cervix. these factors made the insertion very painful. i almost jumped off the table in pain, and i almost passed out. i lost feeling in my hands and was dripping sweat. i was given pain medication after the procedure, but i did get sick about an hour afterwards. i threw up as soon as i got home. i bled and was uncomfortable for a week or so and then it stopped. so far, i have not had any problems."