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Pelvic Pain: Causes and Treatments
Pelvic pain in women can disrupt daily life, making even simple activities challenging. Understanding its causes is the first step to finding relief.
Pelvic pain is a frustrating and often debilitating issue affecting millions of women.

Who Does it Affect?
Pelvic pain from uterine fibroids can deeply affect a woman’s quality of life, disrupting daily activities and even interfering with intimate relationships. While the causes of pelvic pain vary, two often-overlooked contributors are pelvic venous congestion and fibroid disease.
What are the Primary Causes & Symptoms of Pelvic Pain?
Primary causes
Pelvic Venous Congestion
Pelvic venous congestion occurs when the pelvic veins, commonly the ovarian veins, are unable to efficiently return blood to the heart. This is often due to valve damage within the veins, which can result from anatomical variations, hormonal shifts, genetic predisposition, pregnancies, or coexisting pelvic conditions such as fibroid disease.
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Fibroid Disease
Pelvic venous congestion occurs when the pelvic veins, commonly the ovarian veins, are unable to efficiently return blood to the heart. This is often due to valve damage within the veins, which can result from anatomical variations, hormonal shifts, genetic predisposition, pregnancies, or coexisting pelvic conditions such as fibroid disease.
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Symptoms
Symptoms of Pelvic Pain
- Dysuria: Painful urination
- Frequent urination
- Dyspareunia: Painful intercourse
- Bloating and abdominal pressure
- Cramping and sharp pains in the abdomen, pelvis or legs
- Pelvic heaviness and a feeling of fullness
- Heaviness and discomfort in the lower extremities
Pelvic Venous Congestion: When Veins Cause Pain
Pelvic venous congestion occurs when the pelvic veins, typically the ovarian veins, fail to effectively send blood back to the heart. This is most frequently caused by damage to valves within the veins, which can occur as a result of anatomical variants, hormonal changes, genetics, pregnancies, or another concurrent pelvic disorder like fibroid disease. This ineffective circulation can lead to pressure and inflammation in the pelvis in general. This can be a significant cause of chronic pelvic pain. Pelvic venous congestion is often associated with lower extremity chronic venous insufficiency, or venous disease in the legs.
Diagnosis:
- A simple, non-invasive ultrasound examination can diagnose pelvic venous congestion quickly and effectively.
Treatment:
- The good news is minimally invasive treatments like pelvic vein stenting offer a long-lasting solution for many patients. Stenting opens up congested veins, restoring proper blood flow and alleviating pain. Stenting can be done on an outpatient basis; you can go back to work the same day.
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Uterine Fibroids: A Common Cause of Pelvic Pain
Fibroids are benign muscular tumors growing within the uterus. They can range in size, with some causing no symptoms, while others lead to pelvic pain, heavy periods, and fertility issues. Fibroids can be very small in size, or extremely large to the point where they are palpable through the surface of the abdomen.
Causes:
- The exact cause of fibroids is unknown, but hormonal factors likely play a role.In addition, certain ethnicities are at much higher risk. If a family member has fibroids, you are much more likely to suffer from fibroids, so there is most likely a genetic component.
Minimally Invasive Treatments:
- In the past, surgery was the only treatment option. But now, thankfully, various minimally invasive treatments like uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) can significantly shrink or eliminate fibroids without extensive surgery.
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Pelvic Pain Treatments
Finding the Right Path: Workup for Pelvic Pain
At Pain Treatment Specialists, we understand the complexities of pelvic pain. Our comprehensive approach involves understanding your symptoms, and medical history, and conducting thorough examinations. Through advanced diagnostic tools like pelvic ultrasounds, we can determine if a vascular disorder treatable by our pain doctors causes your pelvic pain.
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Is Pelvic Pain a Symptom of Fibroids?
Yes, pelvic pain is often linked to uterine fibroids, particularly larger ones that press against other organs. Common fibroid-related symptoms include:
- Persistent pelvic discomfort or pressure.
- Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding.
- Lower back pain or bloating.
If you experience these symptoms, it’s crucial to seek a professional evaluation to determine the best course of action.
Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE):
UFE is a minimally invasive procedure designed to shrink fibroids by cutting off their blood supply. Benefits include:
- Relief from pelvic pain and heavy menstrual bleeding.
- Preservation of the uterus.
- Quick recovery time with minimal discomfort.
Find Relief for Pelvic Pain Today
Don’t let pelvic pain interfere with your quality of life. At Pain Treatment Specialists, our specialists are here to provide personalized care and advanced treatments for conditions like uterine fibroids and pelvic venous congestion.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a pain-free life. With minimally invasive options like UFE, relief is closer than you think.
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Why Choose Pain Treatment Specialists?
- Expertise: Our board-certified pain specialists have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating Pelvic pain.
- Advanced Technology: We use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to ensure the best possible outcomes.
- Patient-Centered Care: Your comfort and well-being are our top priorities. We take the time to understand your concerns and tailor our treatments to meet your needs.
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Don’t let Pelvic pain control your life. Schedule a consultation with Pain Treatment Specialists today and start your journey to a pain-free life. Our team is here to help you every step of the way!
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Dr. Laura Lombardi
Pain Doctor New Jersey
Harvard Medical School
Dr. George Hanna
Pain Doctor New York
Harvard Medical School
Dr. Michael Nguyen
Pain Doctor
Harvard Medical School
Dr. Shane Volney
Pain Doctor New York
Harvard Medical School
Dr. Jeffrey Deygoo
Pain Doctor New York & New Jersey
Hofstra-Northwell School of Medicine
Dr. Jack Bulat
Harvard Medical School