After an incredibly painful and traumatic IUD insertion in 2017, which involved a medical tool getting stuck on her labial tissue, 30-year-old Taylor Townsell was desperate for something—anything—that ...

Cramping is a common and natural response to the opening of the cervix during IUD insertion or removal, with the intensity varying from person to person. Pain relief options during the procedure ...

Mattie Rogers is going to Tokyo with new records and a new IUD. U.S. weightlifter Mattie Rogers set two records at the Pan American Weightlifting Championships, a qualifier event for the Tokyo ...

Before the intrauterine device (IUD) insertion process begins, you might be a little nervous. However, the procedure lasts only a few minutes, and your physician can answer any questions you may have.

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 ...

The Mirena IUD is effective for five years, but Erin Jackson left hers in for six and a half. She was so scared of repeating the pain she felt when she had the contraceptive device inserted, she kept ...

Inserting an intrauterine device (IUD) is a minor procedure that takes only a few minutes. Some people find it slightly painful, but over-the-counter pain relief can help manage it. An IUD is a small ...

At a recent party, I told a friend, “It was the worst pain I’ve ever experienced, but you should totally do it.” And for once, I wasn’t talking about my interest in kink and BDSM, I was talking about ...

In 2010, nearly half of all pregnancies in Massachusetts were unintended. Many occurred soon after giving birth. Long-acting reversible contraceptives — an intrauterine device, or IUD, and a ...

"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 ...