Pelvic Pain

Chronic or acute pelvic pain may be experienced as constant pain or a dull ache in the abdominal area, or pain that comes and goes. It may also include burning or pain with urination, vaginal discharge and discomfort during intercourse. Pelvic pain is often described in one or more ways.

Pelvic pain is most commonly felt as:

• Burning
• Cramping
• Dull and aching
• Intermittent (comes and goes)
• Pressure or heaviness in your pelvis
• Sharp and severe

Acute or chronic pelvic pain may be caused by a variety of conditions, including digestive or urinary tract problems, as well as ovarian, uterine and endometrial disorders. Our gynecologists are experienced in diagnosing a wide range of conditions related to pelvic pain and can offer treatments for lasting relief.

Common causes of acute or chronic pelvic pain include:

• Abnormal uterine bleeding
• Appendicitis
• Diverticulitis
• Ectopic pregnancy 
• Endometriosis and adenomyosis
• Interstitial Cystitis
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Neuromuscular issues 
• Ovarian Cysts
• Painful periods and menstrual disorders
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Urinary tract and bladder infections
• Uterine fibroids 
• Uterine or cervical cancer

At Coastal Bend Women’s Center, our expert gynecologists meticulously diagnose and treat pelvic conditions using a range of screenings and tests. These may involve blood and urine tests, as well as screenings for sexually transmitted diseases and cancer. Depending on your specific condition, your doctor may employ advanced diagnostic procedures such as laparoscopy, cystoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, intravenous pyelography, X-rays, and MRI or CT scans.

We may also recommend that you see a gastroenterologist or urologist if the condition does not appear to be gynecological in nature.