Pain Management Programmes (PMPs) are recommended for chronic pain, but their effectiveness for endometriosis-associated chronic pelvic pain (CPP) remains unclear. This study evaluates outcomes from a specialised, multidisciplinary Pelvic Pain …
Endometriosis is a chronic condition associated with severe pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, infertility, and worsening quality of life. Regular physical activity (PA) is effective for pain management and reducing chronic disease …
Patients with endometriosis undergoing surgery are at risk of moderate-to-severe postoperative pain. Clonidine, an alpha-2 agonist with analgesic properties, may improve multimodal pain management in these patients.
Pelvic pain is a common and often debilitating experience with limited treatment options. Improving understanding of the psychosocial mechanisms involved in pelvic pain experiences will enhance the efficacy of pain …
Accessory cavitating uterine masses (ACUM) are rare, cystic uterine anomalies associated with an otherwise normal uterus and reproductive tract. They are diagnosed via a presence of a noncommunicating accessory cavity …
Endometriosis, a chronic oestrogen-dependent disorder, presents significant clinical challenges including pelvic pain, dysmenorrhoea, dyspareunia and infertility. While numerous interventions exist, evidence guiding the choice among surgical, hormonal and non-hormonal therapies …
Shaoyao Gancao Decoction, a classic formula from Zhang Zhongjing in the Han Dynasty, has the effects of regulating the function of the liver, relieving spasm and stopping pain. Traditionally, it …
Endometriosis affects at least one in ten women of childbearing age, yet it is often overlooked in emergency care. Clinicians should consider this diagnosis for any woman presenting with menstrual …
Chronic pain is a widespread condition affecting millions globally, placing significant strain on healthcare systems, as evidenced by the current opioid crisis. Despite advances in pain management, conventional treatments often …
Breakthrough pain requiring anesthesiologist intervention occurs in 14-55% of parturients despite labor epidural analgesia, substantially affecting the childbirth experience. Identifying predictive factors may enable more effective, individualized pain management.