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Does Mirena cause weight gain in menopause? Understanding the real factors

While some women report weight gain while using Mirena, multiple studies have not found a conclusive link between the hormonal IUD and significant weight increase. In fact, Mirena releases a very low, localized dose of levonorgestrel, a progestin, making it difficult to pinpoint it as the sole cause of weight changes, especially when also navigating menopause.