I’m a bit discouraged as I had a failed copper IUD insertion for a second time today. The first time was at a Planned Parenthood, and the doctor was unable to get the measuring tool through my cervix. The same thing happened today and the nurse practitioner literally described it as “hitting a wall.” She even prescribed misoprostol to assist with insertion so that my cervix would be softer this time around, and the front of it was dilated, but the back wasn’t budging. We eventually had to stop because I was in a lot of pain.
We’re thinking of making a plan to take the cervix softening meds and do the procedure while I’m on my period. The option to do it under general anesthesia is also an option for me if the period option doesn’t work out.
It’s just really frustrating, discouraging, and a little embarrassing. I know there’s no need to feel embarrassed, as I can’t help what my body does, but it doesn’t feel good knowing all these people are ready to care for me only for it not to work out. The copper IUD would also be the best form of contraception for me right now, which is what makes it even more frustrating.
If anybody has any similar experiences or advice they want to share, that’d be helpful. Hopefully I can get something to work out soon :(