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Which Pelvic Varicose Veins Treatment Is Best?

Posted September 15, 2022

If you are one of many people suffering from pelvic varicose veins, you may wonder which treatment is best for you. There are several pelvic varicose vein treatments. Each treatment has pros and cons, so deciding which is right for you can be challenging. 

This blog post will explore the treatments available for pelvic varicose veins and help you decide which is the best option.

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Pelvic Venous Insufficiency: What You Need To Know

Posted July 19, 2022

Pelvic venous insufficiency or PVI is a condition that produces symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain and leg swelling. PVI develops when veins in the pelvic region can’t circulate blood properly. Instead of blood flowing back toward the heart, blood pools or builds up in the pelvis.

If you have symptoms of PVI or suspect you have the condition, you should schedule an appointment with your vascular doctor.

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Vulvar Varicosities Treatment: Tips and Treatment Options

Posted July 15, 2022

Pregnancy comes alongside many challenges, both expected and unexpected. Physical changes in your body can sometimes lead to unwanted symptoms that may cause pain and discomfort.

Vulvar varicosity is a rare issue, but it can occur in any pregnancy. Around 4% of women experience vulvar varicosities during their pregnancy, and the effects are sometimes permanent.

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Pelvic Pressure Postpartum: What You Need To Know

Posted July 15, 2022

During pregnancy, changes to your body can result in pain around the pelvic area. Hormonal fluctuations, muscle imbalances, and increased pressure on the pelvic floor can lead to discomfort up to and during childbirth.

Many women assume that their bodies will return to normal as it heals during the postpartum period. While some changes during pregnancy might only be temporary, others can be permanent. Plenty of women experience pelvic pressure postpartum, which can last months to years after childbirth.

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Pelvic Pain and Pressure When Walking

Posted May 27, 2022

Problems with the musculoskeletal system often cause pelvic pain and pressure. The system includes your bones, joints, muscles, and tendons.

Most of the causes of pelvic pain are not life-threatening and may resolve themselves over time or with at-home treatment.

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Are Pelvic Varicose Veins a Warning Sign of a Vascular Condition?

Posted April 28, 2022

People are naturally vigilant about warning signs regarding their health. These concerns include the body’s blood flow and circulation. But what are the warning signs of vascular conditions?

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Why Does My Period Hurt So Bad?

Posted April 15, 2022

Many women experience pain and discomfort during their period. More than half of women say that they have pain for at least one day of every month due to menstruation. While painful periods are not uncommon, they are certainly uncomfortable. 

There are two types of period pain: primary dysmenorrhea and secondary dysmenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea involves pain that usually starts with your very first period. Many women find that their period pain diminishes as they get older. Women who have given birth often find that their pain is less after that.

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10 Causes of Groin Pain in Women

Posted April 14, 2022

There are many reasons you might experience groin pain. Usually, groin pain is related to an injury relating to overuse or straining. However, other things can cause groin pain in women.

Some of the more serious causes of female groin pain include appendicitis, ovarian cysts, or even cancer. These are very rare, however. It’s more likely that overuse leading to an injury is causing your groin pain. It may also be caused by something benign like kidney stones or a UTI.

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Why Does My Lower Stomach Hurt After Sex?

Posted April 03, 2022

For most people, sex is a pleasurable and enjoyable experience. Usually, discussions of sex revolve around physical pleasure. However, sometimes sex can be painful, and painful sex gets less attention than pleasurable sex. 

If you are a woman experiencing pain in your lower abdomen after sex, you may be wondering, "why does my lower stomach hurt after sex?"

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