Chronic Pelvic Pain—MaleMichael Jubinville, MPH DefinitionPelvic pain can happen between the belly button and the hips and groin. Chronic pelvic pain is pain that lasts for 6 months or more. It is often hard to locate the source of the pain. Problems in the intestines, nerves, bladder, and prostate can cause pelvic pain.
Causes TOPMany health problems can cause chronic pelvic pain such as:
Risk Factors TOPHaving any of the problems listed above will make the chances of pain in your pelvis higher. Symptoms TOPCommon symptoms are:
Diagnosis TOPYou will be asked about your symptoms and health history. A physical exam will be done. You may be asked to keep a pain diary. Write down when your pain happens, how it feels, and how long it lasts. You may also have:
Treatment TOPPelvic pain is treated based on what's causing it. It may involve one or more methods. Common ones are: Medicines
Alternative Therapies
Other Methods TOPChronic pelvic pain can also be treated with:
Prevention TOPChronic pelvic pain not be preventable. It has many causes. If you're at high risk for problems, talk to your doctor. RESOURCES:Family Doctor—American Academy of Family Physicians https://familydoctor.org International Pelvic Pain Society https://www.pelvicpain.org CANADIAN RESOURCES:Canadian Association of Gastroenterology https://www.cag-acg.org The College of Family Physicians of Canada https://www.cfpc.ca References:Chronic pelvic pain. Family Doctor—American Academy of Family Physicians website. Available at:
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