Is IUI painful?
IUI feels very similar to having a cervical smear- the only element where there is a small amount of discomfort is during the opening of the speculum. You may experience some cramping when the catheter is inserted through the cervix. The medical staff will be very good at ensuring you are comfortable and if your partner is with you he or she can distract you. The whole process can last anything from 5 minutes upwards so you don’t have too long to experience any discomfort.
Further Reading:
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When should I have IUI?
Should I get up straight away after IUI?
How & when is sperm collected for IUI?
What are the success rates for IUI?
Is it safe to do IUI at home?
What does washed sperm mean?
What is DIUI?
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