Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain can be the result of many different conditions.  It is important to determine the cause of pain as some instances may be reversible.

Diagnosis of pelvic pain is usually determined through a pelvic exam, lab testing, ultrasounds, and CT scanning.

Treatment depends on the underlying cause of the pain.

Causes

• Infection: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, bladder infection, kidney infection
• Ectopic pregnancy: pregnancy occurring outside of the uterus
• Ovarian cyst
• Endometriosis

Common treatments

• Anti-inflammatories
• Antidepressants
• Neuropathic medications
• Opioids
• Physical therapy
• Biofeedback
• Nerve blockers
• Spinal cord stimulation