Understanding Pelvic Pain

Pain in the pelvic cavity and the perineum is a problem that can affect both women and men. It is one of the most common causes of pain in women and is one of the most difficult to diagnose and manage. Researchers estimate that 12-20% of women have chronic pelvic pain, and up to 33% of women will have pelvic pain during their lifetime. Unfortunately, 61% of women with chronic pelvic pain remain undiagnosed. People with pelvic pain may be seen by gynecologists, family physicians, nurse practitioners, internists, urologists, neurologists, and...More