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Article: Pelvic Pain; Prevention.
- Article from:
- NWHRC Health Center - Pelvic Pain
- Article date:
- June 9, 2005
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Many conditions that cause chronic pelvic pain (CPP) cannot be prevented. However, reducing your risks for developing sexually transmitted infection can help to reduce your chances of developing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a common cause of CPP in women. Regular pelvic exams -- once a year for women age 18 and older -- are important. They can give you the opportunity to discuss any concerns or symptoms with your health care professional and help to identify health conditions, such as CPP, early in their development. If you experience pelvic pain, don't wait; make an appointment to discuss your symptoms with your health care professional.
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