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Other Pelvic Pain FAQs

Basic information for topics, such as “What is it?” and “How many people are affected?” is available in the About Pelvic Pain section. Other Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that are specific to a certain topic are answered in this section.

How can I describe my pain to my health care provider?
Can there be more than one reason for my pain?
Can pelvic pain affect my ability to become pregnant?
Can alternative therapies treat my pain?
Can pelvic pain affect my emotional well-being?
How can I cope with long-lasting pain?

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