I have had at least 3 hysteroscopes in my adult life. All painful .. most recent was for biopsy and insertion of coil. Outpatient setting in gynae type chair with 3 nurses and the surgeon. The biopsy took so long with excruciating pain and was offered gas & air which did not resolve the discomfort or distress. Biopsy done and had to abandon the coil fitting. Was very distressed and upset after procedure. I felt like the staff knew it was going to be painful but they need to get through the list. The senior nurse warned me that it might not be possible to fit the coil due to possible discomfort. I often wonder that as I have not had children that opening the cervix is very painful? Surely there must be a relaxant along with analgesia that could be used to reduce pain and distress.
