Pelvic Pain in Men & Women: The Hidden Epidemic

Here at the Vulvar Pain Clinic, our Pain Consultants explain to patients that: whilst pelvic pain frequently relates to pain around the female reproductive organs, it can impact all sexes and can derive from other causes. Pelvic pain could be due to an infection or symptom, or it could come about from non-reproductive internal organs, or pain within the pelvic bone. In the case of women, pain in the pelvis can indicate that there might be an issue with one of the reproductive organs in the pelvic region (vagina, cervix, fallopian tubes, ovaries or uterus).

However, regardless of the root cause of your pelvic pain, our renowned team of highly qualified Pain Doctors are here to help. Moreover, once we have reviewed your medical history, asked you pertinent questions, and undertaken any necessary tests scans and examination, we will provide you with an accurate diagnosis. After this, your Pain Specialist will compile a Holistic Personalised Treatment Plan which you cab get started on right away. The protocol is likely to be multi-faceted, and may include conventional treatment and the latest state-of-the-art therapies and injectables, many of which can be conveniently scheduled in for a lunch time or after work appointment.

The Low-Down

“Pelvic pain is felt in the lower part of your tummy. The type of pain varies, and it may be sudden and severe (acute pelvic pain) or last 6 months or longer (chronic pelvic pain)” [1]. “Many types of diseases and other health conditions can cause pelvic pain. Chronic pelvic pain can be due to more than one condition. Pelvic pain can start in the digestive, reproductive or urinary systems. Some pelvic pain also can come from certain muscles or ligaments — for example, by pulling a muscle in the hip or the pelvic floor” [2]

So What Are the Prime Causes of Pelvic Pain?

As your Pain Doctor will explain to you, these include:

  • Pelvic disorders (for example, spasm or pelvic muscle tightness)
  • Appendicitis
  • Bladder disorders (such as urinary tract infections)
  • STIs (sexually transmitted infections)
  • Kidney infection
  • Kidney stones
  • Hernia
  • Intestinal disfunction (such as colitis or diverticulitis)
  • Nerve conditions (for example, pudendal neuralgia)
  • Broken pelvic bones
  • Psychogenic pain (this may be linked to psychological trauma or stress ignited by past events) [2]

Potential Reasons Behind Female Pelvic Pain

These comprise:

  • PID (pelvic inflammatory disease)
  • Miscarriage (pregnancy loss before 20 weeks)
  • Ectopic pregnancy (when a fertilised egg develops outside the uterus)
  • Placental abruption (when the organ that delivers nutrients and oxygen to the baby detaches from the uterus’ inner wall)
  • Pre-term labour (when the body prepares to give birth too early)
  • Stillbirth (loss of a pregnancy post-20 weeks)
  • Pregnancy
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Ovulation
  • Ovarian abnormalities (including ovarian cysts)
  • Uterine fibroids
  • Endometriosis
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Uterine cancer
  • Cervical cancer [2]

Pelvic Pain Symptoms to Report to Your Pain Doctor

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, then it is important to book an online or in-person consultation with one of our highly experienced Pain Specialists as soon as possible.  

  • Vaginal discharge, spotting or bleeding
  • Menstrual pain
  • Painful urination (dysuria)
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Gas/boating
  • Bleeding from the rectum (when you pass stool)
  • Pain in the groin region
  • Pain in the hip
  • Chill
  • Fever
  • Pain whilst having sex [2]

References

[1]. NHS (2025). “Pelvic Pain.”

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pelvic-pain

[2] The Mayo Clinic (2024). “Symptoms: Pelvic Pain

https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/pelvic-pain/basics/causes/sym-20050898

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