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Millions of American women use some form of contraception to prevent pregnancy, and one of the most popular forms is an intrauterine device, or IUD. Lately, IUDs have been going viral not because ...

The CDC published updated recommendations for clinicians on how to help manage the pain some people may have when an IUD is inserted.

Pain is subjective, and some individuals may find IUD insertion or removal more or less uncomfortable than others. But it's clear that many people find the procedure to be borderline agonizing.

Miudella is the first new hormone-free IUD on the market since 1984. Its flexible design means it fits more comfortably inside the uterus. For the first time in more than 40 years, a new hormone ...

In one viral video posted earlier this year, for example, a TikTok user filmed her reaction during her IUD insertion and described the procedure as the “worst pain imaginable.” Another TikTok ...

While catching up with a friend, Mallory Tatman discovered they were both getting intrauterine device (IUD) insertions in the coming weeks. But, the experience that followed was jarring. “I ...

IUD removal is a quick procedure that's done in your doctor's office or a clinic. (Don’t try to remove it yourself.) Here’s what you can expect. When Should I Have My IUD Removed?

IUD insertion consists of two main components: grabbing and pulling the cervix to straighten out the uterus, and then inserting the device. The tenaculum is used to grab the cervix and is so sharp ...