Expert: Diane Cheryl - 7/7/2010

Question
hi,
Is the marina common to cause  pelvic inflammatory disease (Pid)?  my doctor doesn't think its the problem but my back hurts all the time and I've had a tube taken out over it please let me know whatever you know about this birth control.

Answer
Yes, the mirena coil can have various side effects. You can email me if you want to talk more at CHERYL51@aol.com

This is from their website

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT MIRENA
Only you and your healthcare provider can decide if Mirena is right for you. Mirena is recommended for women who have had a child.

Don't use Mirena if you have a pelvic infection, get infections easily or have certain cancers. Less than 1% of users get a serious infection called pelvic inflammatory disease. If you have persistent pelvic or abdominal pain, see your healthcare provider.
Mirena may attach to or go through the wall of the uterus and cause other problems. If Mirena comes out, use back-up birth control and call your healthcare provider.
Although uncommon, pregnancy while using Mirena can be life threatening and may result in loss of pregnancy or fertility.
Ovarian cysts may occur and usually disappear.
Bleeding and spotting may increase in the first few months and continue to be irregular. Periods over time may become shorter, lighter or even stop.
Mirena does not protect against HIV or STDs.