Female chronic pelvic pain
Female chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a common, complex, multifactorial disorder that can negatively affect sexual functioning and emotional well-being. Effective assessment necessitates a comprehensive patient history and trauma-informed physical examination. The differential diagnosis is extensive, but a methodical investigation often leads to an appropriate diagnosis. Management strategies encompass a range of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions, including neuropathic medications, hormone therapies, pelvic floor physical therapy, trigger point injections, and behavioral health interventions. A multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach is essential for patients with CPP.
Authors
- Elyse Watkins
- Kimberly Weikel
- Megan Orlando
Institutions
- Institute of the North (US)
- Healthwise (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JAAPA
- Published
- 2025-01-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/01.jaa.0000000000000309
- Primary Topic
- Endometriosis Research and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00