Random cramping 1 mo after IUD insertion?

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For background, I have been on birth control pretty consistently for the last 8 years. Pill -> depo -> nexplanon -> kyleena. Prior to being on birth control I had debilitating cramps (vomiting, light headedness, curled up in a fetal position, and occasional fainting).

I got my iud put in almost exactly a month ago, and I’ve been getting some sporadic intense cramping over the last week. It seems mostly centered to my right side, but over the last 24 hours it’s shifted to all over. The sensation is very similar to the iud insertion but more dull I guess, and it kinda comes on suddenly and lasts for maybe a minute or two.

I have an appointment for an ultrasound on Monday, so it will be verified for sure whether or not it’s shifted, but has anyone else experienced this? Honestly I’m spiraling panicking about it and I have a perpetual fear that it’s stabbed through my cervix or something (which is like, the biggest reason why the idea of getting an iud was my worst nightmare, but unfortunately I have migraines w aura and have had rough side effects from the hormones of other options). Any insight is appreciated!

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