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Chronic pelvic pain is pain below the belly button that lasts for months or longer. It can have many causes, including gynecological, urinary, digestive, or musculoskeletal conditions, and may affect daily activities, sleep, and emotional well-being. With the right care and support, you can often manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Chronic pelvic pain means you've had this pain for at least 6 months. Learn some tips to care for yourself at home.
This surgery (laparotomy) lets the surgeon look inside the abdomen for problems, endometriosis spots (implants), and scar tissue (adhesions).
We have a range of health services and clinics for patients of all ages and their families. To access many of these services, you will need a referral(*) from a health professional. Talk to a doctor about which service is best for you.
(*) patient referral: a patient referral is a communication from one health care professional to another requesting that they accept you as a patient to evaluate your condition.
