Mathilde Langevin
Musings by M
Apr 17, 2020

“The hidden truth is, because of simplified previous research and the fact that we have no longitudinal nor cross-section data to back up any of these medical claims, little is known about how side effects might change over time. So sure, IUD side effects can ease up — but they can also worsen and cause ravaging effects, and we don’t know.
So what other information is hidden from us?”
The relationship between estrogen and copper
By consequence, having a copper IUD inside of your uterus — despite it being a non-hormonal method — still affects your hormones. There, I said it.
Elevated copper levels do not necessarily translate into symptoms upon IUD insertion, but rather over time: several women have reported that while the initial painful side effects of cramping decrease over time, a multitude of other symptoms appear out of the blue.

”I joined a Facebook group last week where over 3500 women have been sharing their difficulties with the copper IUD, including beforeand after photos of their excessive bloat and breakouts, testifying their mood swings, listing gastrointestinal symptoms and much more.
I listed my symptoms in a post (many are listed in the bullet points …. Read the Article…) and it took about 5 seconds before a flow of messages and comments came my way, confirming that I am not crazy: I am most likely experiencing the effects of copper overload.
At this point, the first two words that come to mind are angry and exhausted. I feel at a loss with my birth control, as if I am fighting against something that cannot beat. Unable to find a method that doesn’t leave me riddled with side effects, I am also upset that I was led to believe I should not be experiencing side effects with my copper Mona Lisa IUD — when I keep getting these signals from my body that something is definitely up.”
“I simply want to advocate for our right to have informed choices and receiving full disclosure — not just a shrug and a “that’s not possible, the copper IUD has no hormonal side effects”, even when all my signs and symptoms point to hormonal imbalance.
I remind you, everyone reacts differently. I remind you that I am not suggesting anyone diet nor any form of supplement over another as it is not my area of expertise. Most of all, I remind you that awareness of potential pitfalls is what will help us avoid them down the road, and it is our duty to speak out.
With awareness, intelligent supplementation, adequate research, and awareness of the truth––the risk of copper toxicity can be reduced.”