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Vaginal Self-Exams: When They Help and When They Don’t
health22 days ago

Vaginal Self-Exams: When They Help and When They Don’t

Vaginal self-exams aren’t generally recommended or necessary, since they’re not reliable for detecting infections or cancer and can cause unnecessary worry. They may be useful in rare cases—for checking IUD string placement, assessing symptoms, or understanding pain—but routine gynecologist visits remain the best way to monitor vaginal health. If a lump is felt, it’s usually benign, but any new or hard lump should be evaluated by a clinician for proper diagnosis and care.

via HuffPost|
#gynecology#health#iud
New Guidelines Aim to Improve Pain Management During IUD Insertion
health1 year ago

New Guidelines Aim to Improve Pain Management During IUD Insertion

New guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists aim to improve pain management for women receiving IUDs by emphasizing better communication, pain relief options like topical lidocaine, and patient autonomy, addressing the historical lack of standardized care and helping women have a more comfortable experience with this highly effective contraceptive method.

via Yahoo|
#contraception#guidelines#health
Doctors Dismiss Woman's Pain Until Emergency Surgery Reveals Lost Organ
health1 year ago

Doctors Dismiss Woman's Pain Until Emergency Surgery Reveals Lost Organ

An 18-year-old woman, Savannah Stuthers, experienced severe pain and complications after IUD insertion, which was initially dismissed by doctors. Eventually, a male OB-GYN identified a large cyst containing teeth, hair, and fat, which led to the removal of her ovary. Her story highlights the importance of listening to women's health concerns and the potential dangers of dismissing symptoms.

via AOL.com|
#emergency-surgery#health#iud
"Women Use Phones to Record Painful IUD Placement"
health2 years ago

"Women Use Phones to Record Painful IUD Placement"

Women have been using TikTok to document their painful experiences during IUD insertions, shedding light on the lack of adequate pain management options. Despite acknowledging the pain associated with IUD insertion, research shows that physicians often underestimate women's pain and do not readily offer pain-control options. The demographics of IUD users have changed, but pain-management approaches have not, leading to increased distress during the procedure. Physicians emphasize the importance of listening to patients and working with them to minimize pain during IUD insertions.

via Yahoo Life|
#contraception#health#iud
"Empowering Women: Educating Others on the Reality of IUD Procedures"
health2 years ago

"Empowering Women: Educating Others on the Reality of IUD Procedures"

Women have been using TikTok to document their painful experiences during IUD insertions, shedding light on the lack of pain management options for the procedure. Despite the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists acknowledging the pain associated with IUD insertion, research shows that physicians often underestimate women's pain and do not readily offer pain-control options. The demographics of IUD users have changed, but pain-management approaches have not, leading to increased distress among younger users. Women are calling for better pain control options and more attentive care from clinicians during IUD insertions.

via The Washington Post|
#contraception#health#iud