Pelvic Pain Causes and Treatment

Explore the causes and treatments of pelvic pain in this comprehensive 1-hour 12-minute talk by Dr. Jennifer Hah, Instructor at Stanford Pain Management Center. Gain insights into how pelvic pain affects both men and women, covering common causes across urology, gynecology, and gastroenterology. Delve into associated symptoms and various treatment options from a pain medicine specialist's perspective. Learn about visceral pain, muscular anatomy, and specific conditions such as endometriosis, vulvodynia, and interstitial cystitis. Discover non-specific therapies and medications used in managing pelvic pain. This informative lecture provides valuable knowledge for anyone seeking to understand or manage pelvic pain issues.

Intro
Visceral Pain
Visceral nociceptors
Peripheral Visceral Innervation
Coccyx
Tarlov Cysts
Muscular Anatomy
Superior Hypogastric Plexus
Genitofemoral Nerve
Anterior Sacrospinous Vaginal Vault Suspension
Endometriosis
Presacral Neurectomy
Vulvodynia
Pelvic Pain:Urologic
Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome/Bladder Pain Syndrome
Hunner's Lesion
Symptoms
Treatment
Non-Specific Therapies
Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium Elmiron
Intravesical Dimethyl Sulfoxide
Amitriptyline