PELVIC PAIN AND PELVIC FLOOR DYSFUNCTION What is pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction? There are a number of conditions which cause pain and pelvic floor dysfunction. It is because of trigger points in certain tissues or other conditions which cause the pain. However, most of the conditions are treated with physiotherapy interventions. Pelvic pain and dysfunction Common conditions related with internal pelvic structures: Provoked vestibulodynia: It is the condition in which your pelvic area is very sensitive to touch or pressure. You will feel pain with light touch, pressure, inserting tampons, wearing tight pants or during intercourse. However, you will also feel urinary urgency as a secondary symptom. It results from tightness in the pelvic floor muscles. Vaginismus: You feel difficulty during any vaginal penetration leading to avoidance of sexual activity or internal pelvic examination. As a result, you will feel pain during such activity.…
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