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More pain relief options for IUD insertions

More pain relief options for IUD insertions

Update: 2025-12-05
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For many women, getting an intra-uterine device (IUD) inserted is a painful and scary experience.

The level of pain relief offered can depend on the clinic and can be restricted by out-of-pocket costs the patient can’t afford.

A trial is underway in Victoria offering a free pain-relieving "green whistle" to public patients, after a state enquiry into women’s pain.

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  • Dr Felicity Dent, GP and a board member for Pelvic Pain Victoria

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More pain relief options for IUD insertions

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