Pain Relief Methods for IUD Insertion
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to numb the cervix during IUD insertion: a numbing cream applied to the skin versus an injection. Both methods also include over-the-counter pain relievers. The goal is to find which approach works best to manage discomfort during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 45 years old
- You want an IUD for birth control and meet the medical requirements for having one
- You are not pregnant and pregnancy can be ruled out on the day of insertion
- You have not taken opioids or benzodiazepines in the 24 hours before the procedure
- You do not have a history of certain medical conditions that make IUDs unsafe (such as lupus, liver disease, blood clots, or certain cancers)
- You are willing to provide informed consent
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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