Have had the Mirena for four years and haven't had any signs of a period for at least three years. Now I've lost 43 lbs and suddenly I am having a super light period. I know weight loss can effect your cycle and in the past it definitely has affected my cycle. I just was surprised that I would have this since I have Mirena. Thoughts?

I had the uterine ablation done and it was the best thing I could have done. I still have my period, but it is so light its almost funny! I had my ablation done almost 4 years ago. I am only 2 weeks banded, and down 18 lbs, and I was wondering if my periods may cease alltogether. Any advice or suggestions?

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I am going to have ablation done within the month and I don't know what to expect. My periods are so bad now that anything will be better. I am perimenopausal and the dr. thinks that ablation will delay the need for hormone replacement therapy. Any experiences that anyone cares to share?

When I had the ablation done, it was done as a same day procedure. I came home and layed on the couch and watched tv and slept. There was no pain or discomfort for me. I spotted over the next 6 weeks - this is what they referred to as my uterus "weeping". It wasn't as bad as a period. My periods got much less severe over a few months. I am no longer anemic! it has been almost 4 years since I had my procedure done, and I would recommend it to anyone who is done having babies. My periods are regular and incredibly light. Good luck to you! ( I am speaking from a pre-band experience, I don't know what post-band will be like)

Glad to hear that it wasn't bad. They found a cervical polyp when they did my exam and they don't know if that's why my periods have gotten so heavy. Either way, the ablation will be done since I am 2+ years post banding and am suffering major iron loss each month. I have been struggling with vitamin deficiencies for the last 10 months so its too hard on my body. Just a word of warning-take your vitamins-exactly as recommended!!!

The ablation for me was the best thing ever! I didn't like going on vacation or any where when I was having my period, way too much changing time for me! Now, almost 4 yrs later, sometimes a panty line is more than enough protection. I hope you have as good as an experience as I did (the only real draw back was there is no sex for 6 weeks!)

I had the abalation in 7/09 and haven't had a period since. It saved my life. Mine was also an outpt procedure. I had it at 45.

Pennie