birth control
"I went yesterday to have the Skyla inserted by recommendation of my gynecologist and my Mother. I was looking for a much lower hormone dosage option, after coming off the depo shot. I was told to take 600 mg ibuprofen beforehand. The insertion and cramps afterwards were some of the worst pain I have experienced! The insertion took only 1-2 minutes, but my cervix had to be dilated with a metal instrument and it was painful! I could literally feel the Skyla being opened in my uterus, it was a VERY uncomfortable and deep pressure. Afterwards I quickly felt very intense period cramps, which lasted 3-4 hours. Today I feel much better, but I am still experiencing slight cramping. Hopefully there will be no pain in the following days!"