US Medical Term · symptoms
Pelvic Pain
Dolor pélvico
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Pelvic Pain |
| Spanish (Español) | Dolor pélvico |
| Chinese (中文) | 骨盆疼痛 |
| Korean (한국어) | 골반 통증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Đau vùng chậu |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Sakit sa balakang na ibaba |
| Portuguese (Português) | Dor pélvica |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | อาการปวดอุ้งเชิงกราน |
| Japanese (日本語) | 骨盤痛 |
What it means
Pelvic pain is discomfort in the lower abdomen or pelvis, which is the area between the belly button and groin. It can feel like cramping, pressure, heaviness, or sharp stabbing pain. In women, it is often related to the menstrual cycle, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids. In both men and women, it can stem from bladder or bowel problems, pelvic floor muscle issues, or infection. Chronic pelvic pain lasting more than six months deserves a thorough evaluation. Seek urgent care if the pain is sudden and severe, accompanied by fever, heavy vaginal bleeding, or inability to urinate.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have had pelvic pain and pressure in my lower abdomen for several weeks.
He tenido dolor pélvico y presión en la parte baja del abdomen durante varias semanas.
The pelvic pain gets much worse during my period.
El dolor pélvico empeora mucho durante mi período.
I have pelvic pain and a burning feeling when I urinate.
Tengo dolor pélvico y sensación de ardor cuando orino.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
R10 Abdominal and pelvic painRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026