"i&#039;ve had my iud implanted for about 5 years now, after realizing how long it&#039;s been i decided to see what others were saying about it. reading these reviews reminds me that everyone is very different! i love this iud it has been great for me since the start &amp; it works for me. the placement is painful, it can be described as a strong pinch on your insides, and obviously that area is extremely sensitive so yes! it&#039;s painful but you can tolerate it. you are sore for the remainder of the day and you sure won&#039;t want to be touched. my doctor advised me to refrain from intercourse until i felt better but recommended it to adjust the placement of the iud. yes in the beginning my partner felt the string, but in months time it went away. "