There are a lot of different health issues that could lead you to experience pain in your pelvis. In fact, you could be experiencing pain in your pelvis as a result of multiple conditions that are affecting you at the same time. Pelvic pain may stem from urinary problems, reproductive issues or problems with your digestive system. Many people battle with pelvic pain because of an issue with their musculoskeletal system. Either their bones, their muscles or the ligaments in their pelvic floor are damaged or are not functioning properly. There are a lot of nerves in your pelvis. If these nerves become irritated, they can result in some very serious and painful issues.
Some of the reasons why women may experience this pain include ectopic pregnancy, endometriosis, ovarian cancer, as well as pelvic inflammatory disease. Both men and women may experience pelvic pain in connection with appendicitis, colon cancer, diverticulitis, kidney stones and a whole host of other ailments.
If your pain develops rapidly and it is severe, this may be a sign that you are experiencing a medical emergency. In these cases, it is best for you to seek medical attention rapidly. It is also good to pay attention to new pelvic pain or pain that increases in intensity over time. Pelvic pain that affects your quality of life should not be ignored, but it should be discussed with a qualified medical professional.
Another common reason why both men and women experience pelvic pain is as a result of irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS. Irritable bowel syndrome produces cramps that are extremely painful in the pelvic and abdominal region. In addition to this pain, you might have constipation or diarrhea. IBS is a disease that fluctuates when it comes to its symptoms. You may have a period of time with no pain, and then the symptoms will recur.
Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection and is usually connected to sexually transmitted diseases, like gonorrhea. Signs of pelvic inflammatory disease include pain that travels to the abdomen as well as abnormal discharge or pain during urination.
Another common cause of pelvic pain is urinary tract infections. In addition to pain in the pelvis, you may experience painful urination, a frequent urge to urinate and lower back pain. If not addressed quickly, this condition can result in kidney damage.
As you can see, the reasons for pelvic pain are very diverse. We have only scratched the surface on some common causes of pelvic pain. If you are experiencing pain in this region, speak to our specialist at Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine, as this can help you identify its source. From there, we can create a customized treatment plan for you. We are proud to offer a variety of services ranging from MonaLisa Touch® treatment to infertility treatment. Contact us today to book an appointment at our office in Fort Worth.
