Hi Ladies. I am back here after a few years just to post and let you know how I'm going if you remember me, and if not to offer hope.

I am 3 1/2 years after removal. I had silicone poisoning from Mirena and so many symptoms and problems they are too long to list. I also am a Coeliac because of Mirena. It took me a good 10 months to start feeling a bit better after removal. And a good year and a half to feel back to 90%. I can safely say now I feel pretty damn good. I have a few twinges and things occasionally but all manageable.

Of course, I will be a Coealic for life, but I have learnt to live with that now and accept it. I believe I still have small traces of silicone left in my system but am not going to be tested again, it's not worth the angst when I feel pretty good.

I cannot stress how beneficial giving up alcohol and caffeine when you are recovering from Mirena is. Drink herbal teas. I found chamomile very helpful. Lavender became my best friend, I used lavender oil to clean my floors and bathrooms etc, the smell is wonderful and very beneficial.

I used lavender under my nose and on my wrists to help me sleep and relax. I ate healthy whole foods and drank aloe vera juice every morning. I used evening primrose oil tablets, magnesium, calcium and D, taken twice a day without fail. Even though I felt horrible, I went for walks whenever I could. I had baths with Epsom Salts (magnesium) to ease the aches and pains. I used St Johns Wort tablets when I needed them for the anxiety.

Ladies, it does get better - just be patient. Good luck and blessings to each and every one of you xxx