The study hypothesis is that infusion of 2% lidocaine at the time of IUD placement will reduce pain scores related to that procedure. In a double blinded randomized trial of 60 women receiving either normal saline or lidocaine infused through an endometrial aspirator, pain scores will be obtained for each step of the IUD placement procedure and for the total experience.
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Pain Scores During Overall IUD Placement
Timeframe: Before patient left the examination room at conclusion of procedure
Pain During Tenaculum Placement
Timeframe: Immediately following tenaculum placement
Pain Measurement During Liquid Infusion/Sounding
Timeframe: Recorded at the end of the infusion
Pain During IUD Placement
Timeframe: Immediately after IUD placement