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She was in _incredible_ pain after the insertion, but when she asked about it, the nurses on duty ignored her and basically treated her like she was over-reacting. The pain didn't get any better after a few days and when she went back to her doctor, he said it was normal to have some pain and bleeding; he didn't feel he needed to take a closer look. I think it was more than 2 weeks after that that they finally decided to "humour" her "silly concerns", which was when the infection was found. She had to take time off work because she was on demerol and could barely function by this time.
Remember, her pain was unbearable. Feeling light-headed or faint after insertion _is_ normal. It's when you can't walk from the pain after a few days etc. that there is cause for concern. Of course, you have every right to speak to your doctor if you are worried about how you are feeling and you deserve to be treated respectfully. (My friend decided not to have her Mirena removed and is doing just fine now.)
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