The hysteroscopy procedure is not considered to be painful, but of course this varies from person to person. Some women may experience discomfort or cramping when the hysteroscope passes through the cervix, while other women will not.
It is advisable to take over-the-counter painkillers an hour beforehand to help with discomfort after the procedure. Sometimes a local anaesthetic may be used to numb the cervix while a general anaesthetic is used for longer or more complicated procedures. Speak to your doctor if you have any concerns about pain relief and they will help to put your mind at rest.