Mirena/Depression Link

I had my Mirena inserted 10 months ago, and have been experiencing the symptoms I've heard many women complain about: weight gain, moodiness, and depression, most notably. Fortunately, I have a health care provider who is willing to listen, but she has no answers either.

Does anyone have any information, research, or insight as to the mechanism that triggers depression symptoms in Mirena users? I understand that he hormones in them can leak into the general system, but are there other mechanisms that cause it? I ask because I'm considering having my Mirena removed, but want to switch to a method that won't repeat the symptoms (specifically, the Paragard or copper T IUD). If it's something other than the hormones, though, the results will just be the same.

Any information is welcome.

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