Mirena after breast cancer

18 years ago I agreed at the request of a gynaecologist to have theexperimental ,at that stage,  Mirena IUD as I was unable to take progesterone tablets and was refused further oestrogen patches for extreme early onset menopause unless I did. I had to sign some serious documents under the Therapeutic Goods Act to access this experimental product and pay $275 for it .I had it inside me for 3+months  after which I insisted on it’s removal. I had major oedema in my lower legs which made it difficult to get my trousers on and sometimes cried at night because of the discomfort.I felt like the Bridgestone woman.I was told by the specialist I’d be back begging for a hysterectomy within a few months - I was pregnant with twin boys instead who are now 17. I was astounded after their birth to be recommended by my lovely obstetrician this wonderful new product Mirena. I relayed my earlier experience , declined and my husband had a vasectomy- I was 47.I would not recommend that product but everyone’s body is different so I would urge you to research carefully.My husband was not keen on the snip but I made the point I had done my bit and it was his turn - he was scared  but did it and was quite relieved to realise all was still in working order afterwards.