Cervix penetration is a term that describes making contact with the cervix during sex. Either the penis touches the cervix, or a finger, dildo, or other sex toy is used to stimulate the cervix. The ...

If you’re considering the use of an IUD for birth control, you’re probably wondering what it feels like to have one inserted. An IUD, short for intrauterine device, is a T-shaped device with strings ...

Some studies show that one individual will go through approximately 11,000 disposable menstrual products in a lifetime. In the United States alone, that leads to 12 billion pads and 7 million tampons ...

Cramping is a common and natural response to the opening of the cervix during IUD insertion or removal, with the intensity varying from person to person. Pain relief options during the procedure ...

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are small contraceptive devices implanted in the uterus. They can be hormonal or nonhormonal, and they're one of the most effective options for female birth control ...

Cramping, and occasionally pain, can occur after a doctor inserts or removes an intrauterine device (IUD). Cramping may last for several days or weeks. If it is severe and does not gradually improve, ...

One of the devices sold in South Africa is the Mirena Hormonal IUD, which is also used to manage heavy periods and can be part of hormonal menopause therapy. While insertion is usually well tolerated, ...

Kaitlin Sullivan is a health and science journalist based in Colorado. She's been part of multiple award-winning investigations into health topics including the international medical device industry ...