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Our team of attorneys are now investigating claims and prepared to file Mirena lawsuitsinvolving the intrauterine contraceptive device Mirena®. Manufactured by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Mirena is an IUD device [intrauterine device] that must be inserted by a trained health care provider and is intended to provide contraceptive protection for up to five years. Some women have experienced serious adverse side-effects and potentially life-threatening complications following the implantation of theMirena device, including perforation of or imbedment in the uterus.
Mirena Side Effects Undermine The Device Benefits
Potential side effects associated with Mirena birth control device outweigh its benefits. A number of product liability lawsuits have been filed against Bayer for injuries caused by the intrauterine contraceptive while independent research reports have also confirmed the risks. Mirena side effects caused many users to suffer from miscarriage, menstrual disorders, vaginal perforation, and infections. The migration of the device made the users to suffer from ectopic pregnancy, damage to the uterus, and undergo hysterectomy. Side effects include:
- Uterine Problems: Mirena IUD side effects create a number of uterine problems. Most number of Mirena complaints were about uterus and uterine wall perforations, inflammation, and infections. Many users were forced to undergo hysterectomy following uterine injuries.
- Menstrual Disorder: Mirena users experience shorter menstrual cycles within a few weeks. Though the device is prescribed for those suffering from heavy bleeding, its side effects lead to irregular bleeding and spotting or no periods within six months of use.
- Device Migration: A major concern, the Mirena IUD migrates from its place of implant that leads to medium to severe pelvic injuries, abdominal cramps, and the device failure. It causes consistent pain, internal injuries, pelvic problems, and damage to the uterus.
- Vaginal Infection: The IUD device is also linked to vaginitis, decreased libido, pain during sex, bleeding, watery discharge, smell, and dysmenorrheal.
- Pelvic Perforation: Mirena IUD migration leads to perforation of pelvic organs, uterine walls, and even the uterus. This causes infection and inflammation leading to deposition of abscesses and risk of pelvic diseases. Faulty insertion also put patients at similar risks. Surgery is the only way out in such cases.
- Pregnancy Complications: Ectopic pregnancy is an important side effect of Mirena IUD. The egg fertilize outside the uterus despite the presence of the pregnancy prevention device. Use of the contraceptive prior to pregnancy may result in miscarriage or early delivery.
- Ovarian Cysts: Painful ovarian cysts are found to be formed in a number women using Mirena contraceptive because of the device. Disproportionate release of levonorgestrel hormone from the device leads to expanded cysts. One in every eight Mirena users faces this risk.
Clinical trials and various subsequent studies in the post 12 years have highlighted many Mirena side effects. These include
- Cardiovascular Side Effects: The IUD contraceptive leads to hypertension which may result in strokes.
- Dermatologic Side Effects: Skin disorders, such as acne and increased sweating, are common is women using Mirena contraceptive.
- Gastrointestinal Side Effects: Mirena users experience abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, vomiting, hemorrhoids, and nausea.
- Nervous System Side Effects: Headache, dizziness, and nervousness are among the most experienced Mirena side effects. In many cases, previous instances of depression and emotional liability returns.
- Respiratory Side Effects: Sinusitis, asthma, and upper respiratory infection impact women implanted with Mirena IUD.
- Others: Back pain, fatigue, device breakage, angioedema, leg pain, and edema can also occur in Mirena contraceptive users.
Hundreds of Mirena side effect lawsuits have been filed in various state and federal courts in the United States seeking manufacturer Bayer’s responsibility for product liability, drug injury, and failure to warn consumers about the contraceptive side effects.
If you experienced adverse Mirena side effects, required surgery or have a loved one who suffered death following the implantation of Mirena, you may have a potentialMirena lawsuit.
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