My daughter had the Mirena removed after 4 nightmare months. Thankfully, 8 weeks post removal she's doing much better although she has a way to go. After going thru this ordeal with her, I'm starting to wonder if some of my physical problems might also be related to the Yaz bc pill. I've been on it for 18 months due to really severe periods. Since then I've gained only 10 lbs but I look like I'm six months pregnant and I've gone up two sizes. I'm tired all the time and have a lot of joint pain, especially in my back. I also have zero sex drive and some depression. I thought it was all because I'm in my 40's but now after what my daughter's been thru I'm starting to wonder if it's connected to the Yaz but I can't find any forums like that talk about Yaz side effects. Any one have any ideas?