I had my Mirena placed in October 2006, about 12 weeks following ...

I had my Mirena placed in October 2006, about 12 weeks following the birth of my 1st son. It was slightly painful upon insertion, more than I expected, but bearable. Let me suggest to everyone to do some research on the fact that women can and have been getting PREGNANT with this in place. Whether due to improper placement, or just being one of the 1 out of 1000, I am now PREGNANT! It came as a shock, since it had talen us over a year to get pregnant with our first, and having this in is supposed to be 99% effective, or so it is marketed. I have taken two brands of home pregancy tests, both positive, and my period is 5 days late (I am very regular). I have an appt for Monday for ultrasound to check position of device and see if the pregnancy is ectopic or what...