i have been reading up on this group only for a week or so..i have gained about 30-40 lbs since i have had my mirean in and the dr told me this was not the cause but considring the stuff most of u guys r goign thru i think a lil weight gain isnt so bad...it is so scary reading ur posts seein what this "devil" as most call it can really do to ones body..i am having mine removed tomorrow and hopeing that i dont get the side effects..i dont know if i am more scared to take it out or leave it in...thank u so much for sharing all of ur nightmares and it really helps ppl understand just how bad this thing can make ur life on a daily basis...has anyone had it interfer with their bowels in any way...sorry but i have not had a solid poop in almost 2 years..after much testing they say there is nothing wrong..most times i never even get thru a meal b4 i am runnin to the br...