If you’ve ever had an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted, chances are you wouldn’t call the experience “comfortable.” In fact, dozens of women have been posting about their painful procedures on social media platforms like TikTok.
Earlier this month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance about IUD pain management. The agency now recommends a shared “decision-making process” between patients and physicians about the risks and benefits of pain management tools.
KPBS Midday Edition wants to hear from you: Did you have a painful experience with IUD insertion? What was your conversation with your doctor like? Have you ever felt like your pain was misunderstood or minimized at the doctor’s office?
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