To continue our ongoing series of gynecological topics, I have decided to write about intrauterine devices (IUDs) as a form of birth control. Even though I learned about IUDs through many outlets (sex ...

The Mirena is a relatively new type of intrauterine device (IUD). The usual type of IUDs are imbedded with copper, which is toxic to sperms, but leads to a roughly 15 per cent heavier cycle each month ...

So many friends raved about their Mirena experiences, and even my doctor really encouraged me to give it a try. According to those I spoke to and the countless online research I did, the side effects ...

Mirena (levonorgestrel) is a prescription IUD that helps prevent pregnancy and treat heavy periods. It isn’t known to interact with alcohol or other drugs. But you should not use Mirena if you have ...