Ovarian cysts occur quite commonly in women, and some of them form as a result of ovulation during menstrual cycle. They may cause sharp pain in the lower abdomen and pelvis, but often they are asymptomatic. Great majority of ovarian cysts are benign and generally when discovered they should be allowed time to regress on […]
Uterine fibroids, medically called leiomyoma, are benign tumors of the uterus. They may range in size from microscopic to as large as the size of basketball or bigger. Approximately 20 to 25% of women in reproductive age are affected by fibroids, and this incidence may go up to 40% in women who are older than
Childbirth is one of the happiest moments in any woman’s life. Unfortunately, some patients may develop pelvic pain after delivery. In most cases this pain goes away within few weeks but in some it remains for much longer. There are multiple causes of pelvic pain after childbirth but most commonly it is of musculoskeletal origin.
It is estimated that up to 90% of women experience pain with onset of menstrual periods (menarche). It is called primary dysmenorrhea and by itself it does not mean any specific disease. With time and use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID’s) medications or oral contraceptives as well as healthy lifestyle, menstrual period pain in most of
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Psychological traumatic event may be devastating to any patient at the time when it happens, but a lot of patients develop lasting effects of such a trauma. They are seen in women and men who are survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, who have lived through sickness or death of a close relative or friend
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Patients undergo surgery with hope of treating the existing problem, so when the pain develops after the procedure, it is very disheartening even if the original problem was successfully addressed. This is even more complicated when patient had surgery to help with existing pain and ends up with the pain that is more severe than
Motor vehicle accident or any other accident is very traumatic and painful event. It is even more traumatizing when pain remains after healing ends. Some patients may develop persistent pelvic pain after a traumatic event even if there was no direct trauma to the pelvis. Patients who develop pain after accident often develop spasm of
Enduring the Monthly Misery of Menstrual Back Pain – Back Pain with Menstruation Women understand the difficulty of enduring menstrual back pain every month. It is the type of pain that can turn even the most optimistic diva into a grumpy older woman. But have no fear. We have your back (literally)! Many women experience
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Pelvic pain with physical activity is usually caused by spasm of pelvic floor muscles. It may also be caused by abnormalities in hip joints and bones which is outside the scope of my practice. If you or anyone you know experiences pelvic pain with physical activity, please contact our office at 480-599-9682 or email [email protected]
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Pain with intercourse is present in almost all patients with chronic pelvic pain. It is the most common symptom for which patients visit our office. Understandably, a lack of intercourse may cause a loss of intimacy, often leading to significant anxiety, mental health issues, and emotional suffering. One of the most important parts of my
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