81% of women experienced moderate to intense IUD insertion pain, with over half reporting severe discomfort—far exceeding official estimates of 5%. Pain management during IUD insertion lacks standardization in Brazil, with inconsistent use of analgesics and anti-inflammatories contributing to negative experiences.
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· May 31, 2026
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Unicamp study reveals 80%+ of women experience significant pain during IUD insertion
Over 80% of women undergoing IUD insertion experience significant pain that goes unacknowledged in medical guidelines, affecting informed consent and reproductive healthcare access.
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Unicamp study reveals 81% of women experience moderate-to-intense IUD insertion pain, vastly exceeding official 5% estimates, indicating significant gap between clinical guidelines and patient reality.
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Women face underprepared expectations for IUD procedures, potentially reducing contraceptive adoption rates and increasing demand for pain management solutions, anesthesia services, and alternative contraceptive methods. May increase healthcare costs through additional consultations and pain management interventions.
Healthcare regulators should mandate updated clinical guidelines reflecting actual pain prevalence; medical schools may need revised training protocols; health systems should implement standardized pain management protocols; potential liability concerns for providers; possible insurance coverage expansion for anesthesia/pain relief during IUD insertion.