New federal health guidelines are calling for doctors to make sure patients know about the potential pain that could come while inserting an intrauterine device, known as an IUD.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is calling on doctors to counsel all patients on the potential pain, “as well as the risks, benefits, and alternatives of different options for pain management.”
“A person-centered plan for IUD placement and pain management should be made based on patient preference,” the CDC recommendations state.
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With the rising popularity of IUDs, patients have shared their stories of extreme pain and accused doctors of ignoring or minimizing their pain.
WPR’s WHYsconsin wants to hear from Wisconsin patients who went through serious pain during their IUD insertion. What was your experience like? What do you think someone considering an IUD should know? What do you think of the new CDC guidance? Please fill out the questionnaire below or email jonah.beleckis@wpr.org.
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