Thank you all for your responses. I'm planning a removal soon. I never wanted any of you to get the impression I was abusing my family. It is not that bad, and I just wanted to note that. Definitely a moodier than before, though. Sweet10thesour, I'm very sorry for all the problems that IUD's have caused you and your family. I too can relate. Unfortunately my Mom didn't need and IUD or artificial hormones to act like that..!