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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Diagnosis, Education, and Treatment Options
PID Causes and Prevalence Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a clinical syndrome of the female reproductive tract characterized by inflammation of the endometrium, fallopian tubes, and/or the peritoneum. PID occurs when micro-organisms ascend from the vagina or cervix to the fallopian tubes and other genital tract structures.
Endometriosis and its Misunderstood Etiology
Dr. Sawsan As Sanie of the Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) provides insight into a recent report showcasing barriers to diagnosing and treating endometriosis.
Case Report: Managing Chronic Pelvic Pain in Men
Pelvic floor physical therapy is used to treat chronic pelvic pain in a male patient. Plus: how a thorough MSK exam and a multidisciplinary approach can improve outcome.
Exploring Urologic Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome on Female Sexual Function
UCPPS patients may have a higher risk for dyspareunia and other sexual dysfunctions.
New Endometriosis Report Highlights its Misunderstood Etiology
Expert panel showcases barriers to both diagnosing and treating the painful, chronic pelvic condition of endometriosis.
Overlooked Etiology of Chronic Abdominal Pain
Carnett’s sign may be a useful diagnostic tool.
Hydrodissection for the Treatment of Abdominal Pain Caused by Post-Operative Adhesions
Ultrasound-guided hydrodissection provided relief of painful abdominal adhesions that appeared after multiple breast surgeries.
Biomarkers Predict First-Line Treatment Response for Endometriosis
Results could lead to better targeted medications and positive outcomes.
Non-Pharmacological Methods for Chronic Prostate and Pelvic Pain
A look at a few non-pharmacological options for the treatment of men with chronic pelvic pain.
New Estradiol Vaginal Insert Product Available for Dyspareunia
Imvexxy 4 mcg dose is now commercially available in the United States.
Chronic Pelvic Pain: The Need for Earlier Diagnosis and Diverse Treatment
Chronic pelvic pain from endometriosis is often misunderstood and presents many clinical challenges.
Cross-Linked Hyaluronic Acid for the Management of Neuropathic Pelvic Pain
Injection techniques for targeting chronic neuropathic pelvic pain caused by endometriosis.
ORILISSA Approved for Moderate to Severe Endometriosis Pain
ORILISSA is the first FDA-approved treatment for moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis in over a decade.
Study Finds Fatigue a Frequent Symptom of Endometriosis
Researchers find that women with endometriosis are twice as likely to have fatigue than those without endometriosis.
Vaginal Atrophy and Chronic Pain
Common dryness and other symptoms associated with vaginal atrophy may be alleviated with topical oxytocin gel
Addison’s Original 1855 Cases Reveal Stories of Chronic Pain
Forest Tennant, MD, DrPH explores the original writings of Thomas Addison, MD, (Addison's Disease) to detail stories of chronic pain and adrenal failure.
Untreated Pelvic Pain Common Among Young Women
One-third of women without a known pelvic condition reported high degree of pain. Researchers suggest physicians consider asking about pain, even during routine visits.
Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Pelvic Pain
Chronic pelvic pain is a prevalent disorder that is often underdiagnosed and inadequately treated. Learn more about tips to aid in the differential diagnosis of chronic pelvic pain and the role of pelvic floor physical therapy in treating the many types of chronic pelvic pain.
The Slipping Rib Syndrome: An Overlooked Cause of Abdominal Pain
This series of cases illustrates the authors’ experiences of using intercostal nerve blocks and local infiltration of anesthetics to diagnose and treat this obscure syndrome.
Diagnosing and Managing Interstitial Cystitis
New research suggests interstitial cystitis (IC), a painful bladder disorder, is quite prevalent in the general population. Learn about this type of chronic pelvic pain in this article.
Diagnosis and Management of Generalized Vulvodynia
The prevalence of generalized vulvodynia may have been historically under-recognized by the medical profession. Article on this type of chronic pelvic pain.
Therapy for Management of Childbirth Perineal Tears and Post-Partum Pain
Gynecological pain can impose physical limitations on new mothers, making child-care, sitting, walking, and other activities extremely difficult and painful.
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