Ami Claxton’s birth control method - an intrauterine device - expired 14 years ago. But she has been too scared to have it removed because of the excruciating pain she experienced the last time she ...

Currently there are three pain management options for IUD insertion or removal: oral or injectable medications, lidocaine (an analgesic), and sedation. Most providers have been using oral pain meds ...

IUD insertion and removal can be painful. But new medical guidelines are focused on ways to make the procedures more comfortable. Women have taken to social media to share their stories of painful IUD ...

Intrauterine devices, or IUDs, are a popular form of long-acting reversible contraception. More specifically, it's a small (often t-shaped) device that's inserted into a uterus to help prevent ...

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a popular and highly effective form of long-term birth control. They offer convenience, lasting protection, and come in both hormonal and non-hormonal options. However, ...

Medically reviewed by Renita White, MD Key Takeaways Hormonal IUDs can help manage endometriosis symptoms like pain and ...

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are known as one of the most convenient and effective forms of birth control, but it's true that the IUD insertion process can be unpleasant, uncomfortable, or downright ...

We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact [email protected]. For IUDs placed at 2 to 4 weeks postpartum and 6 to 8 ...

Intrauterine devices are highly effective, but some women find insertion painful. Here’s how to prepare. By Catherine Pearson Ten percent of women in the United States between the ages of 15 and 49 ...

TAMPA, Fla. — Two Planned Parenthood locations in the Tampa Bay area are offering sedation for women getting an IUD procedure. The long-acting, reversible contraception is the third most common birth ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you ask a group of women if they’ve ever had an IUD placed, their responses about the experience will ...