Pelvic congestion syndrome
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (pronunciation: pel-vik kən-ˈjes-chən sin-ˌdrōm) is a medical condition characterized by the presence of Varicose Veins around the Ovaries and Pelvis. It is also known as Pelvic Vein Incompetence or Ovarian Vein Reflux.
Etymology
The term "Pelvic Congestion Syndrome" is derived from the Latin words "pelvis" meaning basin, "congestio" meaning accumulation, and the Greek word "syndromē" meaning concurrence.
Symptoms
The most common symptom of Pelvic Congestion Syndrome is chronic Pelvic Pain that lasts for at least six months. Other symptoms may include a feeling of fullness or heaviness in the pelvis, pain during or after sexual intercourse, and lower back pain.
Causes
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome is caused by the dilation of veins in the pelvis, similar to varicose veins that occur in the legs. This can occur due to various factors such as hormonal changes during Pregnancy, increased blood flow to the pelvis, or the presence of Pelvic Organ Prolapse.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Pelvic Congestion Syndrome is often challenging due to the non-specific nature of its symptoms. It is usually diagnosed through imaging tests such as Ultrasound, Computed Tomography (CT) Scan, or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment options for Pelvic Congestion Syndrome include medications to manage pain, hormonal therapies to reduce vein size, and surgical procedures such as Ovarian Vein Embolization.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pelvic congestion syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Pelvic congestion syndrome
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