Managing Chronic Pelvic Pain and Enhancing Sexual Health: A Holistic Approach for Women
- Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
- Jul 2, 2024
- 2 min read
Chronic pelvic pain affects an estimated 6% to 40% of women worldwide and often correlates with sexual dysfunctions such as dyspareunia (pain during sex), orgasmic dysfunction, and decreased desire, arousal, and lubrication. Superficial dyspareunia is confined to the vulva or vaginal entrance, while deep dyspareunia extends into the deeper parts of the vagina or lower pelvis. This deeper pain is frequently associated with conditions like fibroid tumors, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, and scarring from these disorders, restricting movement of the vaginal apex during intercourse.
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