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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Lisa1966 on August 17, 2018, 08:26:45 PM

Title: Swollen breasts and aching legs
Post by: Lisa1966 on August 17, 2018, 08:26:45 PM

Hi ladies,
I had mirena fitted about 4 weeks ago,and for the last 2 weeks my breasts are swollen and my legs are really aching,just wondering if the coil can cause this xx

Title: Re: Swollen breasts and aching legs
Post by: Dancinggirl on August 18, 2018, 08:41:33 AM

Are you using oestrogen? Sore breasts is a common side effects with HRT and this will usually settle over a few weeks.
DG x

Title: Re: Swollen breasts and aching legs
Post by: Lisa1966 on August 18, 2018, 10:21:31 AM

Hi DG,
I've been on 6 pumps of gel for 4 weeks,consultant was trying to raise levels,now he has said I have an absorption problem,he wants me to try patches now xx

Title: Re: Swollen breasts and aching legs
Post by: Dancinggirl on August 18, 2018, 10:32:46 AM

Oh dear - 6 pumps per day and your oestrogen levels are still low!!!!! Sore breasts might indicate that your oestrogen levels are up a bit??? I hope the patches help. DG x