Weight gain/ IUD

Any of you ladies have or had an IUD? I just came to conclusion what is causing my rapid weight gain. I did some homework and found out how thousands have removed there IUD because of weight gain and other problems. Everyday I gain a few pounds and I don't eat that much. My dr"s are wondering why so much weight gain. I have been trying to excersice more which has caused me more pain. I got this put in due to irregular periods from coumadin. I was to sick to do surgery, so I went with an IUD. I really have no choice but to remove it. I have gained 40 lbs. And I am short. It doesn't matter how much I work out or eat less I just keep gaining weight. Has anyone had trouble with an IUD before?

Hi Angel,

I used to have the Mirena IUD and I loved it. Never got my period and I actually lost all my post baby weight. So, I did not experience weight gain. However, I had it taken out because I started getting recurrent bladder infections and bacteria infections: something I have never had before, ever. Even though my doctor said they were not related, when I did research it seemed like they were. So I had it taken out and haven't had any more issues (knock on wood!). As a form of birth control, I really liked it though.

It might just be affecting you different. Some people gain weight on the pill, some people don't. Did you have it checked that it is in the right place? I know rarely they can "travel" and I'm not sure if this would cause problems like weight gain.