Why does my pubic bone area hurt?

Osteitis pubis is inflammation in the joint between your left and right pubic bones (your pubic symphysis). It causes pain and swelling in your groin or lower abdomen. Osteitis pubis is a type of symphysis pubis dysfunction that's usually caused by repetitively using your hips, pelvis and groin.

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What does it mean if your pubic bone hurts?

Osteitis pubis is a condition caused by stress on this joint. It can cause pain, swelling, and tenderness right over the pubis. The pain may go into the groin area. Osteitis pubis often happens when you overdo an activity or repeat the same activity day after day.

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What to do when your pubic bone hurts?

How can I treat pelvic pain at home?
  1. Take over-the-counter pain relievers. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen sodium can help reduce swelling that leads to pelvic pain. ...
  2. Make time for exercise. ...
  3. Apply heat. ...
  4. Stop smoking. ...
  5. Take supplements. ...
  6. Practice relaxation exercises.

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What does pubic bone pain feel like?

You may feel: Mild discomfort. Sudden, shooting pain coming from the front or back of your pelvis. Steady pain that radiates throughout your lower abdomen, back, groin, perineum (the space between your anus and vulva), thigh and leg.

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When should I be worried about pubic bone pain?

Ask for an urgent GP appointment or get help from NHS 111 if: You have pelvic pain and: it's severe, getting worse or hurts when you move or touch the area. you find it difficult to pee or poo.

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33 related questions found

What organ is directly behind the pubic bone?

In the male cavity, the bladder is located behind the pubic bone and above the prostate.

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What is right above a woman's pubic bone?

The organs located just above the pelvic bone include the reproductive organs, urinary bladder, distal ureters, proximal urethra, terminal sigmoid colon, rectum, and anal canal.

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What is the area right above your privates called?

The mons pubis, also known as the mons Venus or pubic mound, is the rounded mass of fatty tissue that lies over the pubic bones. It is part of the external genitalia in individuals assigned female at birth, which also includes the labia majora, labia minora, vaginal opening, hymen, and clitoris.

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What nerve causes pain near pubic bone?

Pudendal neuralgia is long-term pelvic pain that originates from damage or irritation of the pudendal nerve – a main nerve in the pelvis. The pudendal nerve supplies areas including the: lower buttocks. area between the buttocks and genitals (perineum)

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Why does right above my private area hurt?

Pain above the private parts and below the belly button is called pelvic pain. There are various causes for pelvic pain, which may differ in men and women. Pelvic pain indicates an infection or problem with the pelvic bone or reproductive organs.

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What is the female pubic area called?

The vulva is the global term that describes all of the structures that make the female external genitalia. The components of the vulva are the mons pubis, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, vestibular bulbs, vulva vestibule, Bartholin's glands, Skene's glands, urethra, and vaginal opening.

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What is the area between your leg and pubic area called?

In human anatomy, the groin also known as the inguinal region or iliac region, is the junctional area between the torso and the thigh. The groin is at the front of the body on either side of the pubic tubercle, where the lower part of the abdominal wall meets the thigh.

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Are your ovaries near your pubic bone?

The ovaries are 2 small, oval-shaped organs in the pelvis (the lower area between the hips). They are on either side of the womb (uterus), close to the ends of the fallopian tubes.

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What is the area above the pubis called?

The vulva is the outer part of the female reproductive system. It's also part of the external genitalia. The vulva includes the mons pubis. This is the rounded area in front of the pubic bones at the lower part of the belly (abdomen).

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Can stress cause pubic bone pain?

Pelvic pain causes stress and anxiety - and anxiety and stress can cause pelvic pain.” Symptoms can include some or all of the following: urinary - burning, pressure and bladder urgency, often mistaken for a urinary tract infection.

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Where is pubic pain located?

Definition. Pelvic pain is pain in the lowest part of your abdomen and pelvis. Pelvic pain might refer to symptoms arising from the reproductive, urinary or digestive systems, or from muscles and ligaments in the pelvis.

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What are the symptoms of osteo pubis?

The symptoms of osteitis pubis include pain in front of the pelvis, which may radiate to the groin, lower abdomen or inner thighs. Pain is usually one-sided and may increase with activities such as kicking, running, pivoting on one leg, climbing stairs, lying on one side and coughing.

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How long does pubic bone pain last?

A separated pubic symphysis can take 3 to 8 months to heal on its own. For most women with this condition, pain or discomfort lingers for about 2 months after childbirth.

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Can stress cause pubic bone pain?

Pelvic pain causes stress and anxiety - and anxiety and stress can cause pelvic pain.” Symptoms can include some or all of the following: urinary - burning, pressure and bladder urgency, often mistaken for a urinary tract infection.

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What happens if osteitis pubis is left untreated?

If left untreated, it may lead to sclerosis (roughening), separation or displacement of the pubic junction (x-ray image below) and can spell disaster for the career of an athlete.

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Can you get arthritis in your pubic bone?

Septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis is a rare cause of pubic and hip pain. His diagnosis is often missed or delayed due to the infrequency of the disease and its variable presentation. It should be suspected in patients with inflammatory groin pain, pubic pain and fever especially after delivery and pelvic surgery.

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How do you test for osteo pubis?

Specific physical examination tests that may elicit the classic pain include the “pubic spring” test and “lateral compression” test. The spring test is performed by placing simultaneous downward pressure on both pubic rami; if pain is reproduced at the pubic symphysis this is considered a positive sign.

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What nerve causes pain near pubic bone?

Pudendal neuralgia is long-term pelvic pain that originates from damage or irritation of the pudendal nerve – a main nerve in the pelvis. The pudendal nerve supplies areas including the: lower buttocks. area between the buttocks and genitals (perineum)

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Why does my pubic bone hurt after sitting?

The pain in butt bones when you sit too long is caused by inflammation or irritation of the ischial bursa. It's a condition where the fluid-filled sacs in the pelvis become inflamed and swollen, causing the sit bone pain. Ischial Bursitis can cause a lot of problems with sitting, walking, or running.

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