Small kids symptoms and conditions

Taking 150mg of Wellbutrin XL (Brupropion) for a month now and starting to notice quite a few of my hairs in the sink and a slight change in my hairline. Nothing drastic but definitely not good. I have always had a good head of hair so this is disconcerting to say the least. Luckily I googled Wellbutrin side-effects before taking it and saw reports of hair loss so I've put the 2 together before its too late! Who knows if my hair loss is just because I'm a 37 year old male but I'm not taking any chances. I think I'll switch drugs. Its too bad since the drug works quite well for my depression (season affective-ish). Other side-effects include some out-of-the-blue agitation and aggression which was a bit scary around my small kids. This peaked at about 3 weeks into it (along with some dizziness) but seems to be subsiding now. Thanks all for your posts.

I have had Mirena in since May of 2008 and have not felt the same since. In the beginning the headaches and fatigue that occurred was constant. I decided to give it time to see if my body got used to the progesterone and to also figure out whether or not it's having three small kids. Over the last year I've noticed when I have spotting, which usually occurs once or twice a month, I feel downright awful. One day I'll be on top of the world and energized...my normal self. The next day I'm spotting and the extreme body fatigue, leg an hip pain, foggy head, and depression occurs. EVERY time it is linked to the spotting. Which makes me believe that it has something to do with the IUD. I am scheduling an appointment to get it removed asap. I'd rather have my body go through it's natural processes and rely on that process than to feel this bad unexpectedly. Can't wait to remove the IUD!

I had my Mirena inserted yesterday afternoon during a hysteroscopy. The procedure went fine, and other than some cramping (and bleeding - which I knew would happen), last night I was feeling fine.

I woke up this morning with the absolute worst migraine headache I have ever experienced. I believe the nausea and dry heaving I've been experiencing all day are from this huge headache. So far, I am not impressed with Mirena - I wish I had found this website prior to my surgery. Although I'm not entirely sure at this point whether my migraine is due to the Mirena, or the anesthesia from my surgery. My doctor was VERY high on Mirena, and basically talked me into it. I went to her with the intention of having a robotic-assist hysterectomy. I have three children (and don't want any more), and have severely heavy periods - I get anemic every month. She seemed to indicate that she'd like me to try the Mirena first, and if it doesn't work out, then the hysterectomy. With three small kids, I don't think I can withstand the months and months of side affects that I have read on this site.

I CAN'T WAIT TILL NEXT WEEK TO HAVE THIS HORRIBLE THING REMOVED!!! I had MIRENA inserted on August of 2009, during A DNC procedure. I have since felt severe cramping with horrible nausea and vomiting. Some mornings it was impossible to get out of bed. I also have bad headaches, and am tired ALL THE TIME!!! I thought I was going crazy but now I know I am making the right decision. I have been to the ER 4 times since, every time they say have it removed. I also have had extreme hair loss, would pull 2 hand fulls of hair out everyday. My bath tub has clogged up so much, and now I know why. The pain is horrible the mood swings are horrible and my family deserve to have me back, being like this and raising 3 small kids has been a nightmare, and my poor husband!!! I want my life back and they should stop pushing this horrible thing on unsuspecting woman who just want some help.....

Hi!
I add Mirena inserted in arch. I had mine inserted, no for birth control, but to give me lighter periods. When I asked my doctor, they told me there were no side effects. I was fine for the first few months. I had a lot of spotting, but no more heavy periods. But I was getting headaches every day, lower back pain, and I was always tired. The realized something was wrong when I weighed myself and gained 7 pounds in two months. I am a very healthy eater with two small kids, I have no time to sit down, so I don't know how I could have gained the weight. I went to my regular md and got a complete physical. I went back two weeks later for the results and she told me all of my tests and the numbers were perfect. She sad I was in perfect health. She wanted to treat me for depression and give me a sedative to relax me. I told her I wasn't depressed and not going to take the meds. I forgot to mention to her about the mirena. When I got home I remembered that has been the only change in my life. I did the research, and so many of you had the same problems as me. Well I called my ob, and of course they said they never heard of such side effects, but I demanded it be taken out. I had it removed on Tuesday July 7th and I still have a lot of heavy bleeding, but at least I am feeling better. Good luck to you all.

Headache, nasty huge clot filled period lasted for 6 weeks straite, heart problems with left ventricle - abnormal t wave - invertion - dizziness, shortness of breath, craving water, spilling b12 and vit d, inability to concentrate.... to an other wise health 37 fit female! Oh, and 3 months later, I have a spoon sized dimple on my right arm at the site of injection! I WAS NOT WARNED OF ANY OF THIS CRAP, NOR WAS I GIVEN THE PAMPHLET ABOUT POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS! I AM PISSED THAT SOMEONE SCREWED WITH MY HEALTH AND LIFE! I AM A SINGLE MOM WITH THREE SMALL KIDS!

I am brand new to this sight and have been on the generic for Yasmin-Ocella for almost 2 years and have about had it. I have chest tightness and am so moody sometimes that I start screaming at the kids for no reason and then break down in tears because of the way I have treated them. I am exhausted all of the time, I do have 2 small kids (5 & 2 1/2) but even when I do get 8-10 hours of sleep I feel drained. Like a depression. As I type this I am having the chest tightness. Only happens during the first week of a new pack. My OBGYN is having me skip the last week of the pack-which is when I feel like 100% my old self-no exhaustion, no moodiness etc &the only week that I have ANY sex drive too-because she thinks I have a torsion ovary. I will see what she says on the 29th but I want off of these pills... What is the point if you feel like crap, can't breathe and have NO drive what so ever!

OMG... After reading everyone's stories... I know I am not alone. Mirena was placed on April 24th, 2008. IThe only reason I got Mirena is because I felt pressured into doing so. I have recently miscarried and was a little afraid to try and conceive again. I have two small kids already. I informed the doctor that I really may only need the birth control for a year or so and the doctor still insisted on this bull**** device. Insertion was horrible, they tell you to cough as if it will ease the pain. I have been having horrible pain that seems to be in my right ovary. The pain seems to be very sporatic and when it hits its just like a previous poster said ... LIGHTINING! I have large clots during and after my period. Not to mention when I am on my period I have the loudest odor ever. This is so not cool. I have an appointment to have it removed August 21st. I cannot wait any longer. As I am typing I am in so much pain. I have been under so much stress since I have had this thing put in. I am irritable, overly emotional, bitchy, and I have no sex drive. My husband is becoming extremely concerned at this point. Ladies... please beware. I really think I may have long term issues from this piece of crap. I will let you all know about the removal process.

I had the Mirena fitted in October 2005, I bled on and off for about 2 weeks and my body started to adjust.
I have always suffered with acne, but in the last year my skin has ruled my everyday life and confidence. I have spent hundreds of pounds trying all sorts of lotions and face washes to combat the spots that are so painful. I cant help but think that the Mirena is making my skin worse. I am now on a second lot of antibiotics for my skin, a different type, to see if they help.
I have a bloated tummy every so often and I haven't bled for over a year. I cant help but feel I need to have a period. Is there anyone who understands what I mean.. so lost and confused with it all. My doctor today says that I could try the copper coil so I can have a period, but she told me they can be heavier and more painful with the copper coil.

Dry Mouth, sore throat. Can not swallow very good. Tighten and stiff back, legs and neck area. Heart palpitations and weird dreams. Dry eyes and not blinking a lot. Head pain. Diarrhea. I have been taking it just about three weeks for help sleeping along with Ambien and to help with anger. I still have anger but now with no energy, just like to lay around but I have two small kids. Increase appetite when eating I inhale my food.

I have had Mirena for about 6 months now and I have been going crazy trying to figure out what is wrong with me. To begin with I had an ovarian cyst, which my doctor insisted was not due to the IUD. I later find out it is a possible side effect of the IUD. As I am sitting here typing I am having lower abdominal pain and I feel completely bloated. I cannot wait until Monday I am going to request that my doctor see me immediately to remove this! I have had cramping, bloating, constipation, weight gain, irregular dishcharge, mood swings, and loss of sex drive. This has been hell for the past 4 months. Please don't have this put in and spread the word.

I am so glad i found this site. I was convinced i was developing severe arthritis at age 39. I was put on a 3 weeks course of levaquin in November to combat a sinus polyps and sinus infections. Shortly after, i started complaining to my husband that i was afraid i was getting arthritis. Had the aches and pains through December and then got another sinus infection in january. Was given another course of levaquin and the 2nd day into it, i awoke with terrible pains in my wrists, knees, ankles and shoulders. I called my doctor and got prescribed another antibiotic. It is now February 7 and the side effects linger including sleeplessness (benadryl can get me to sleep) and dry mouth. My symptons kind of come and go - my joints will feel fine for a couple of days and then randomly the pain returns in my ankle, or hands and feet (sometimes all 3). I wanted to encourage many of you that although this is irritating and uncomfortable, you will get better in time - it is a slow process to get this drug out of your system. I have done lots of research and have found that taking 2 tablespoons of milk of magnesium a day can help clear the poison from your system plus taking acidophilus to restore your healthy bacteria and echenasia goldenseal to restore your immune system. Plus and most importantly drink LOTS of water. I have learned that depending on the severity of your reaction - that getting back to normal can take anywhere from a few months to 2 years (for the most severe reactions) But more than likely, it will be a several months. I am feeling better and the aches are tolerable. I am thankful i figured out it was the levaquin or i might be in really bad shape right now. I have two small kids, work part time and don't have time for this!!! I have also learned that you can take this medication one time and suffer mildy and then the second dose can knock you out - so even if you didn't react severely the first time, i urge you not to take it again. Anyway, i would love to hear from others how long it took to get better. I am 2 weeks into my recovery and feeling hopeful and lots more educated. I will never take meds for granted again. Hope this helps. Blessings........