Any woman who makes the rounds of doctors without getting relief or even a diagnosis for chronic pelvic pain might begin to question if their pain is real. Experts know that it's real, and they're ...

In women, pelvic pain is often related to the reproductive system. In this gallery, let's discover possible causes of pelvic pain and how to relieve it. Click on for more.

Pelvic pain is common, affecting 15% of women of reproductive age. Pinpointing its cause, whether it's endometriosis, ovarian cysts or musculoskeletal issues, can be a challenge. Dr. Megan Wasson ...

Scientists have uncovered differences between the sexes in the way pain is produced, pointing to potential new ways to target treatment for women and men. Researchers at the University of Arizona ...

Various conditions can cause pain in the lower right abdomen. This includes more serious issues, such as appendicitis. It also involves indigestion, cramps, and bowel issues. The abdomen is the ...

Back pain often happens because something is off in the way your spinal joints, muscles, discs, and nerves fit together and move. Nighttime back pain is a special type of lower back pain that ...

From our shared practice experiences and interactions with the wider field of maternal medicine, we understand that patients and well-intended clinicians may perpetuate unhelpful beliefs regarding ...

Gas pain in the chest can result from food intolerances, indigestion, or other health conditions. But chest pain with other symptoms, such as shortness of breath, may indicate a more serious ...

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In short: Regional and rural students are more likely to miss school or work because of pelvic pain than their metro counterparts, and are less likely to have access to specialist clinics.

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