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Women and Pelvic pain
Most women (and some men), sometime in their lives experience pelvic pain (when at least 3 mths, called chronic pelvic pain (CPP)). This is a poorly understood condition that likely represents abnormal neurological function, either in the peripheral nervous system or central nervous system. Mainly different etiologies have been proposed for CPP, but a major problem is that virtually none of them have been validated. Commonly proposed etiologies include:
- endometriosis (very controversial)
- infection or post-infectious neurological hypersensitivity
- exaggerated bladder, bowel, or uterine pain sensitivity (also known as visceral pain)
- ovarian cysts, uterine leiomyoma - often found in asymptomatic patients as well, however
- less common emergencies: ovarian torsion - sudden loss of circulation to the ovary, appendicitis - infection of one part of the intestine, with right lower abdominal pain, ectopic pregnancy - where an early pregnancy grows outside of the uterus, and can cause sudden, heavy intra-abdominal bleeding
First Book Focusing on How "The Secret Pain Women Won't Talk About ... - PR Web (press release)
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:09:36 -0000
First Book Focusing on How "The Secret Pain Women Won't Talk About ...PR Web (press release)The conditions that cause persistent severe discomfort between the mid abdomen to mid thigh (classified by doctors as chronic pelvic pain) constitute an ...and more »
Interstitial Cystitis is an Etiology of Chronic Pelvic Pain in ... - UroToday
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 05:10:50 -0000
Interstitial Cystitis is an Etiology of Chronic Pelvic Pain in ...UroTodayThis case series was performed to investigate IC as a cause of chronic pelvic pain (CPP) in young women. Design: Case series. ...and more »
health journal - Wall Street Journal
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:01:46 -0000
Examiner.comhealth journalWall Street JournalPID can cause pelvic pain—or it can be asymptomatic—but it often leaves inflammation and scar tissue that blocks a woman's fallopian tubes, ...Chlamydia is an under-reported, mostly asymptomatic but very ...Examiner.comall 3 news articles »
Assessing chronic pelvic pain - Clinical Advisor
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:10:46 -0000
Assessing chronic pelvic painClinical AdvisorA 43-year-old woman has a one-year history of chronic pelvic pain that sometimes radiates to the thighs. She also experiences pelvic pain when the abdomen ...and more »
Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndromes: Clinical, Urodynamic, and ... - UroToday
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 05:12:21 -0000
Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndromes: Clinical, Urodynamic, and ...UroTodayA cohort of 408 patients with bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis (BPS/IC) was evaluated, and findings were discussed in this retrospective chart ...and more »
Painful Bladder Syndrome - EmpowHer
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:49:17 -0000
Painful Bladder SyndromeEmpowHerIC is a pain syndrome of the bladder that must fit a tight research definition, as is often considered in women presented with pelvic pain or a painful ...and more »
Abdominal Pain Decisionnaire - DrDonnica.com - A decisionnaire that will help you understand the questions your physician or emergency room physician will ask when seeking medical attention for abdominal pain.
Meta Description: [ A decisionnaire that will help you understand the questions your physician or emergency room physician will ask when seeking medical attention for abdominal pain. ]
Alternatives in Gynecology: Pelvic Pain - A gynecologist explains causes of pelvic pain. Ways of diagnosing the cause of pain are discussed.
Meta Description: [ PELVIC PAIN: Dr. Indman explains a practical approach to the causes of pelvic pain, and diagnosis of pelvic pain and painful menstrual periods, endometriosis, and ovarian cysts. ]
Answers and Articles about Pelvic and Abdominal Pain - frequently asked questions about pelvic and abdominal pain and causes such as ovarian cysts, endometriosis and other reproductive and general medical conditions.
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frequently asked questions FAQs about pelvic and abdominal pain ]
Athena Women's Medical Group: Chronic Pelvic Pain - Women's health specialists focusing on the causes, approach, and treatments.
Meta Description: [ Chronic pelvic pain diagnosis and treatment by the Athena Women's Medical Group in San Mateo, California ]
Chronic Pelvic Pain - A physician-reviewed section of ObGyn.net offering articles, research, video interviews, references and other material on chronic pelvic pain for both medical professionals and women.
Meta Description: [ Physician reviewed site offering medical professionals and women, the latest news and information on chronic pelvic pain and related women's health issues ]
eMedicine Health - Abdominal Pain in Adults - Consumer health resource center providing an overview of abdominal pain in adults and its causes, symptoms and treatment.
Meta Description: [ Abdominal pain can range from mild stomach ache to severe acute pain. The pain is usually nonspecific and can be caused by a variety of conditions. Many organs are found ... ]
International Pelvic Pain Society - A variety of pelvic pain resources for both patients and medical professionals.
Meta Description: [ The International Pelvic Pain Society is a professional organization to enhance and improve the treatment of a variety of diseases that cause pelvic pain in women. ]
Pelvic Dysfunction Physiotherapy - Assessment and treatment of pelvic area problems.
Meta Description: [ Pelvic dysfunction physiotherapy is the assessment and treatment of problems involving the pelvic region of the body by a physiotherapist who has specialized training in pelvic conditions. ]
The Pelvic Pain Society - Provides information on treating and diagnosing chronic pelvic pain to help women begin leading pelvic pain free lives.
Meta Description: [ The International Pelvic Pain Society is a professional organization to enhance and improve the treatment of a variety of diseases that cause pelvic pain in women. ]
Tipped Uterus - Pain During Intercourse - A web site providing educational information and treatment options for women experiencing pain during intercourse and/or menstruation as a result of a tipped or retroverted uterus.
Meta Description: [ Pelvic pain information on pain during intercourse, painful periods, as well as, a tipped uterus and prolapsed uterus. ]
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