Govt backs ‘green whistle’ during IUD insertion in response to women’s pain inquiry
Women told the inquiry that they found IUD insertion extremely painful, contrary to what doctors had said.
Methoxyflurane — the ‘green whistle’ — will be used during IUD insertion across Victorian sexual health clinics in response to an inquiry into how doctors manage women’s pain.
Women told the inquiry that they found IUD insertion extremely painful but were told they would need minimal analgesics.
In response, the State Government announced a pilot of methoxyflurane (Penthrox) use during IUD insertions and removals across the state’s 20 sexual and reproductive health hubs.
“What the green whistle does is give women control over managing their pain, but also over their body and their reproductive choices,” Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan said.
