Pudendal nerve entrapment
Pudendal Nerve Entrapment
Pudendal nerve entrapment (PNE), also known as Alcock's syndrome, is a condition that involves the pudendal nerve being compressed or stretched, resulting in chronic pelvic pain. The pronunciation of the term is /pjuːˈdɛnəl ˈnɜːrv ɛnˈtræpmənt/. The term originates from the Latin words 'pudendum', which means 'that which is to be ashamed of', and 'nervus', which means 'nerve'.
Symptoms
The symptoms of pudendal nerve entrapment include pelvic pain, perineal pain, pain during intercourse, and urinary incontinence. These symptoms can be exacerbated by sitting and relieved by standing or lying down.
Causes
Pudendal nerve entrapment can be caused by a variety of factors, including pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, cycling, and squatting exercises. It can also be caused by tumors or infections in the pelvic region.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of pudendal nerve entrapment is typically made through a combination of patient history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests such as MRI or nerve conduction studies.
Treatment
Treatment options for pudendal nerve entrapment include physical therapy, medication, nerve blocks, and in severe cases, surgery. The goal of treatment is to relieve pain and improve quality of life.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pudendal nerve entrapment
- Wikipedia's article - Pudendal nerve entrapment
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