By Lewisville Gynecology

03/24/2015 What is pelvic pain? Pelvic pain is a common complaint among women. Its nature and intensity may fluctuate, and its cause is often obscure. In some cases, no disease is evident. Pelvic pain can be categorized as either acute, meaning the pain is sudden and severe, or chronic, meaning the pain either comes and goes or is constant, lasting for a period of months or longer.
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, pelvic pain lasting longer than 6 months and showing no improvement with treatment is known as chronic pelvic pain. Pelvic pain may originate in genital or other organs in and around the pelvis, or it may be psychological, which can make pain feel worse or actually cause a sensation of pain, when no physical problem is present.
What is the treatment for pelvic pain? Specific treatment for pelvic pain will be determined by your health care provider based on: Your overall health and medical history

• Extent of condition
• Cause of the condition
• Your tolerance for specific medications, procedures or therapies
• Expectations for the course of the condition
• Oral contraceptives (ovulation inhibitors)

• Antibiotic medications
• Anti-inflammatory and/or pain medications
• Relaxation exercises
• Oral contraceptives (ovulation inhibitors)
• Surgery
• Physical therapy