There are non-hormonal IUDs to but apparently they aren’t as effective, at least according to my SIL and my new niece (I know that’s a sample of one but I’m pretty sure I know at least other unexpecteds as a result of copper IUD)
The hormones in Mirena are in a low enough dosage that they only affect the uterine lining rather than have a systematic effect. It’s the clear choice as non-hormonal (i.e. copper) have the opposite side effect profile. Heavy periods, cramping, other undesirable effects
There are non-hormonal IUDs to but apparently they aren’t as effective, at least according to my SIL and my new niece (I know that’s a sample of one but I’m pretty sure I know at least other unexpecteds as a result of copper IUD)
The hormones in Mirena are in a low enough dosage that they only affect the uterine lining rather than have a systematic effect. It’s the clear choice as non-hormonal (i.e. copper) have the opposite side effect profile. Heavy periods, cramping, other undesirable effects