Liletta and Pain: What Users Say

• ali...
• February 24, 2020

For Birth Control "First, insertion was extremely painful. I am comparing it to a Paragard insertion about 10 years ago, a breeze. I had Paragard for 8 years with no issues, and do not have kids. I opted for Liletta last month. I've noticed such a dramatic shift in my mood and personality for the worse, as well as bloating and weight gain. What makes the side effects even more dramatic is that I have been working out really consistently (running 10 miles/week, yoga, strength), which would normally lift my spirits and mitigate any winter blues, but nope, I'll get off the treadmill and feel on the verge of tears for no reason. It's affecting my work and my relationship, I want it out asap. I've also been crampy and spotting for the entire month since it was inserted. I realize that part is meant to be normal, but it's like insult to injury taking all the other side effects into account. The pros are: I'm not pregnant. Worth it? Not at the cost of my relationship and mental health, and physical well-being."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 18, 2020

For Birth Control "Liletta gave me cystic acne, reoccurring infections, pelvic pain, and out-of-control bleeding. After a year and 6 months, I removed it, and I am already feeling relieved, and it’s only been 24 hours. Every woman is different, so I can’t say that my experience will be yours, but I wouldn’t recommend it to my worst enemy."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 4, 2017

For Birth Control "Alright, I got Liletta in December of 2016, about 5 months after I had my son. After reading some reviews, I was terrified. But let me tell you, the insertion wasn't terrible. Yes, it hurt. But I'm sure the placing of anything in your uterus isn't exactly pleasant. I had cramping for about 24 hours and also had a bit of leg pain, which I thought was odd, but that too subsided within 24 hours. Very mild spotting for about 48 hours after insertion. Then, nothing. Haven't had a period since (7 months), no cramping, no crazy breakouts or weight gain or anything like that. If anything, I lost weight and increased my sex drive. Now, that being said, I do occasionally have an increase in vaginal discharge. Which isn't a big deal."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2017

For Birth Control "I absolutely freaked out today when I went to get my IUD because I read every single review on this website. Girls! Don't freak yourselves out! My pain rating was in the negatives! And it completely stopped my very heavy period in 12 hours. I know everyone's story is different, but don't rely on reviews when it comes to your body :)"

• Anonymous
• February 14, 2020

For Birth Control "I had the Liletta put in about a week ago. I was on my period when I had it put in. First, having it put in was the worst pain EVER! (And I have had 3 kids! And the last one was all natural). I screamed several times. Every time my doctor tried removing the inserter, the IUD would pull down, so she had to keep repositioning it. Finally, it stayed in place. I was very crampy for about an hour after, but then all the pain went away. I woke up the next morning, and my period had stopped altogether, and I should have had another 2-3 days left. I have had very mild cramps since, but nothing else. It’s like it’s not even there. Let’s hope it stays that way! I chose this because I have very heavy, painful periods."

• nob...
• December 6, 2018

For Birth Control "I had my Liletta inserted a little over 2 months ago. I’m 20, healthy BMI, and had it inserted a day or two before the start of my period. I went to Planned Parenthood, and I was SO anxious beforehand knowing that it causes a lot of pain, but it was nothing more than a slight pinch and super quick! I had some slight bleeding the day of but didn’t experience my normal period and haven’t since. I bled for maybe 3 full weeks after (more like spotting, nothing awful, maybe 2 days of a normal actual period), had some back and breast pain for a few days, my belly button also randomly cramped up a couple of times but just in the first 3 days, and ever since I’ve been fine. I’ve experienced no weight gain or acne (I’ve always struggled with acne and don’t exercise), sometimes have random pelvic pain that only lasts a few seconds and then will disappear for a few weeks. I MAY have experienced some mood changes, but that might be stress. Will update if anything changes, but so far it’s been great!"

• mom...
• December 27, 2020

For Birth Control "I had Liletta put in 6 weeks after I gave birth to my last child. The insertion process was painful, with cramping afterwards. I made my appointment to have it removed, which is 4 months shy of being in for 3 years. Pain was very small, more of a discomfort than anything. Four days after it was removed, I had the heaviest period I have ever had in my life! I started passing large blood clots and cramping very badly. I had to start wearing the largest overnight pads and Depends because it wouldn't stop! I ended up in the Emergency Room a week later because it kept getting worse. My ears started ringing, I had zero energy, I could hear my heartbeat in my ears, and my heart rate was high. I lost so much blood that I was admitted to the hospital! To get the bleeding to slow down, I had to have 2 estrogen treatments through my IV and a progesterone pill. I now take 8 pills a day and am still struggling to feel normal. They said it could take months. By the way, I'm still bleeding! Don't get an IUD!"

• Hap...
• December 11, 2016

For Birth Control "I just got Liletta removed after giving it a chance for 7 months. I never had an issue with cramps before, but from day 1 on this IUD, I had unbearable cramps. After the first few weeks, I talked to my doctor, who suggested I wait it out, but after 7 months of pain, I give up. Within a few minutes of having it removed, I experienced relief and am starting to feel normal again. My back pain, abdominal cramps, and upper thigh pain disappeared. Everyone's body is different, but I would not recommend this to anyone. The pain and irregular bleeding are effective birth control because you won't want to have sex anyway. Back to birth control pills for me!"

• Nef...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 8, 2020

For Birth Control "My Dr. gave me a pill to take in preparation for the insertion of Liletta, and I didn’t experience any real pain. I have had this in since having my daughter, for about 18 months, and have never had a controlled cycle. Originally, I bled for months nonstop. The Dr. and reviews said to wait it out and that it should stop. Finally, after 6-8 months, the sporadic daily bleeding/spotting stopped, but I still felt like I was always bleeding. Here is my typical month: period starts and lasts for 8-10 days, spots off and on for the next 10 days, then period starts again. This is ruining my life (not even being dramatic). I would rather just take my risk and get pregnant than bleed all month. I have an appointment for removal next week. My Dr. wants to try another brand that doesn’t have this as a top side effect. Wish me luck!"

• Anonymous
• January 19, 2017

For Birth Control "I was reading this before my Liletta insertion, and I was terrified. I just had mine inserted 30 minutes ago, and I'm already at the gym working out. It was a little crampy when they were measuring, but other than that, my experience was nothing like these horror stories. No pain at all, just slight discomfort, nothing more than my normal annual. This is my second IUD, I had Paragard first and now this Liletta, and both experiences were the same. Good luck, ladies."

• Mom...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 16, 2018

For Birth Control "If you're thinking about Liletta, I wish to share my story since it would have been great to know this when I was evaluating my options. I had Liletta inserted after my postpartum about a year ago. First of all, the insertion is painful and not pleasant at all. I had cramping and bleeding, and it was not fun. However, that went away after about a week, and I must say that I enjoyed this birth control. In June, I saw my OB, and the IUD was doing fine. However, somewhere between June and October, my IUD was nowhere to be found. My OB ordered a CT scan and guess what - the IUD was found outside of my uterus! At this point, I have to have surgery to get it out, and who knows what the side effects will be from that. My point is not to scare anyone out there, but to educate so that you have all the information available. Please note - according to Liletta, perforation is most common in breastfeeding women, which I was."

• Bee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2017

For Birth Control "Seeing all of these bad reviews, I feel inclined to share a different side. I got Liletta last Friday (August 11, 2017), so today marks day 6 with the device. The insertion was very, very painful. I was not on my period for the appointment, as your doctor should be able to do it either way. At its worst, the pain made me feel close to passing out, and I did throw up immediately afterward. My doctor told me this is normal. I stayed horizontal for about 20 minutes afterward since I drove myself to the appointment and didn't want to make myself sick again. I have had spotting on and off since then, but very, very light. Regarding the string, my boyfriend could not feel it during sex, and sex was not painful at all. Will keep you all updated."

• May...
• January 28, 2017

For Birth Control "I got my Liletta put in July 2016. The insertion was painful, 8/10. The most painful part is when they clamp your uterus, I can still remember that pain now. I never had any pregnancies. I was crampy and had some oozing/spotting the rest of the day. I pretty much napped the whole day after that. The next day everything was fine. The following month I had a very light period. After that, I haven't had a true period since, I mean I get all the symptoms of a period without the blood. My sex drive actually increased with being on it. No weight gain or breakouts. So far it is amazing, and I love it."

• Oct...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 12, 2016

For Birth Control "I had Liletta placed in February 2016. It was very painful. Heavy bleeding for two straight months. Then my period became lighter and regular. It is now October 2016. Eight months after having it placed, I found out I was six weeks pregnant with the IUD still in place. I got the IUD removed right away."

• Ban...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 29, 2019

For Birth Control "Insertion of Liletta was extremely painful. I’ve not had children, but I’m 28, and this was some of the worst pain I have ever experienced. We decided to get the IUD because I have extreme cramps and cysts. Thinking this would help. Well, two months later, I have cramps every single day. Some days they are lower, some days they are on my right side, some days they are all over. Any amount of exercise sends me into extreme and extended cramping. I have gained 10 pounds, no interest in sex, or doing anything because I’m always in pain. The cramps are seriously unbearable. They went from a couple of times a day to almost all day or anytime I move around a bit. I’m having it removed today. This has been absolutely horrible."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 3, 2017

For Birth Control "I've just had the Liletta IUD inserted, and one of the first things on my to-do list (besides mentally recovering from the trauma) was to add my comment to the plethora of literature on the internet. I read so many terrible reviews concerning the pain, and I honestly thought that the women who posted about that either had a low pain tolerance or they were just expressing their unhappiness with the other side effects of the IUD. I am here to set you all straight... it's about 3 hours now since the trauma... and... it... was... the WORST PAIN OF MY LIFE. I don't even know how to describe it. Imagine a period cramp, except instead of being dull and spread across your lower abdomen, it's concentrated to one exact spot. Multiply by 1,000,000."

• Mor...
• June 4, 2017

For Birth Control "The insertion wasn't bad. It did hurt, but I took Tylenol to help with the pain. I've had it for about a month now. My body is still getting used to it, but it is great so far. Don't let the bad reviews stop you from getting it. Everyone's body is different."

• Emy...
• July 6, 2021

For Birth Control "Everyone has a different experience, this one is mine. Just had the Liletta inserted today, there was discomfort, but it was quick. I’m having a lot of cramping, and I feel drowsy and sore. I honestly feel like I just gave birth, I can’t find the strength to walk. If you do plan on getting the Liletta IUD, just be prepared to have the rest of the day off to rest if you happen to have the same experience as I do."

• ske...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 25, 2017

For Birth Control "I wanted to share my experience after reading several reviews. I had the procedure about 10 hours ago, and I do have a high pain tolerance. I felt as though the procedure was uncomfortable but not really painful. I have not had any cramps or discomfort all evening, with very minor spotting. So far, things are going well. I did take 800 mg of ibuprofen before the insertion, but nothing since."

• Kk1...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 10, 2017

For Birth Control "I have had Liletta for over a year and have had zero complaints. I no longer get a period (they went away around month 11). I have no pain or discomfort from it, though I did the first 4-5 days after insertion. It has prevented me from pregnancy, it has not made me gain weight or have any other negative effects. My breasts aren't tender because of the hormones, no mood swings, no acne. None of the common complaints of the pill, this is 1,000,000 times better than the Depo-Provera shot, which I HATED. Don't ever get the shot done, trust me, it's god-awful. Liletta definitely beats the pill, too. I will be getting this reinserted after my next pregnancy."

• Tif...
• February 23, 2017

For Birth Control "I had the Liletta inserted on February 9th, 2016. The insertion was a little painful, with some cramps following the procedure. With questions and all, the procedure only took about 10 minutes. I was really nervous after reading some reviews, so I wanted to share mine since mine is more positive than others. I was on my period during the insertion, and it actually stopped the next day, and I've had minimal spotting since. I was told that would last up to 6 weeks, but it's really been maybe two full days since the procedure. All in all, glad I went through with it."

• Lai...
• March 5, 2017

For Birth Control "I almost didn't go through after reading these reviews. I have had Liletta for about 2 months. I have no tolerance for pain whatsoever. I took a tramadol 2 hours before my appointment. My doctor advised that it would be painful for a short while, especially since I have never been pregnant. She was very good during the insertion about letting me know when pain would occur. It was very painful for about 3-4 hours. After that, it was similar to my normal cramps for 2 days. I spotted for the first 4 days, just enough for a panty liner, not even a pad, and have not had any spotting since. I have had no issues with my boyfriend and the strings or being dry 'down there' as I have read with some others. My sex drive has increased since having it."

• Mor...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 28, 2017

For Birth Control "I’ve had Liletta for 9 months now, and personally, I love it! No more periods, I don’t have to worry about getting pregnant, taking pills every day, or getting a shot. I am 22 (was 21 when I got it) and do not have any children. However, I would STRONGLY recommend taking some ibuprofen or some kind of pain meds before going to get it inserted. Not sure if it was because my cervix is tilted, or if it’s because I’ve never had children before... but I cried from the pain. After insertion, I had slight cramps and a little bleeding for a few days. But since then, no more periods!! Since about a week after getting it inserted, I can’t feel it, it’s like I don’t even have it! I have and will recommend this product!"

• Sty...
• July 21, 2016

For Birth Control "I got Liletta inserted in Oct 2015, which was pretty painful. Since then, my experience has been very disappointing and nothing at all like what my doctor said it would be. I was advised that my periods would shorten, and they haven't. I kid you not, I have had nonstop brownish discharge every day since I've gotten it inserted, with the exception of a day or two here and there. When the discharge stops, I then get my period. Period ends, back to discharge. My doctor has prescribed Prempro to supplement and hasn't helped at all. I'm beyond livid. It's ruining my life to constantly have to worry about the discharge. The doctor offers no explanation besides your body is rejecting it. Needless to say, I'll be looking to take it out ASAP. It's July now."

• Kay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2019

For Birth Control "I’ve had the Liletta for about 5 days now. The insertion was not what I expected, it was really painful, and I had bleeding for 2 days, which is all normal. Also, I instantly got a UTI after it was inserted, and it still has not eased up or gone away with medication. My cervix hurts. It feels swollen and just uncomfortable. I got this a year after my son was born, I’ve never been on birth control before. I’m calling tomorrow to get it removed, especially after reading some of these comments. I’ve already started breaking out, and my stomach is so bloated every night. I’m not waiting around for any of the other symptoms to start. I don’t know how else to explain it other than my body just feels weird and uncomfortable. I want it out. The only plus side is not having to worry about popping up pregnant, but it doesn’t outweigh the worry of what it’s actually doing to my body. This is just not natural, and I don’t like it."