Hi everyone,
So, a few months ago I had a recurrent UTI and after many antibiotics it went. I saw a urologist who ruled out bladder cancer and recommended daily antibiotics if it starts again. I mentioned to him I was also getting period type pains / pelvic pain but he said this was a Gynae issue.
My GP referred me to Gynae and I eventually saw someone last week after a 4 month wait. I had a normal ultrasound.
The consultant did the usual internal exam then said I had a mild cystocele but he felt my period type pains were being caused by the mirena I was using for the progesterone element of my HRT . I have had the coil in place for 2 years and it is still in situ.
I asked him why it would suddenly start causing pain after 2 years and he said the womb needs a rest and maybe I'm using too much HRT !!!
I use 2 pumps of oestradiol daily.
I'm bemused to say the least . Can this happen ? Has anyone else developed problems with Mirena after it's been in a while ?
He suggested having it removed and using patches but the reason I had the combination I did was because the patches caused bad cramps and bleeding.
My NHS appointment lasted with the consultant lasted about 10 mins and I felt rushed , I m not sure about this diagnosis as if the coil hasn't moved. Then why is there pain ? Thoughts appreciated x