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Pelvic pain is frequent in adolescent women and can be either acute or chronic. Pelvic pain can also be referred from another anatomic site. It can arise from numerous causes, including diseases or conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, the urogenital tract, the reproductive tract and the musculoskeletal system. Stress and psychosocial issues may increase the intensity of the symptoms and affect the person's response to and ability to cope with the pain.
Acute pelvic pain should be evaluated to rule out any life-threatening conditions. The gynecologic causes of pelvic pain include infections, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, ectopic pregnancy, congenital anomalies of the reproductive tract and adnexal torsion.
For more information go to the Center for Young Women's Health website.
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