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Pubic pain
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Pain at or around the pubis
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Pain in the pubic region
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What is Pubic Symphysis Separation?
This condition causes pain in the pubic area and difficulty walking due to the natural softening of ligaments in the pelvic region during pregnancy.
Typical Symptoms of Pubic Symphysis Separation
- Post-childbirth pubic bone pain
- Pain in the pubic bone
- Difficulty walking normally
- Pain in the lower abdomen
- Fever
- Stomach or abdominal pain
- Hip pain
Diagnostic Questions for Pubic Symphysis Separation
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Did you have pubic bone pain after childbirth?
- Do you have pain in your pubic bone?
- Do you have difficulty walking normally?
- Do you have pain in your lower abdomen?
- Do you have a fever?
Treatment of Pubic Symphysis Separation
Physiotherapy can help improve symptoms. More severe cases may require warm compresses, painkillers, or supportive equipment like pelvic support belts.
Reviewed By:
Kent C Doan, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr Doan Graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Colorado. He completed additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. He is a practicing Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in complex and revision knee and shoulder surgery at the Kansas City Orthopedic Institute. He also holds an assistant professorship at the University of Kansas City.
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
Content updated on Feb 13, 2025
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