04/20/2026
I remember reading about the male contraceptive trial being paused 10 years ago, right after I had just gotten the copper IUD. Getting the IUD was one of the most painful experiences of my life, I even passed out for a few minutes afterward. No one warned me about how intense the pain would be, no pain medication was offered, and I had to pull over several times on the drive home because of severe cramping.
A few years later, I had the copper IUD removed because my periods became excruciatingly heavy. After it was taken out, my entire body broke out in acne. These side effects are far from normal. It’s long overdue that we start taking women’s health as seriously as men’s health.
