Chronic Pelvic Pain

This condition is treated in the Gynaecology clinic.

Information to be included in the referral

History

When to refer:

• Pelvic pain for over 3 months with uncertain diagnosis

All referrals should comply with referral standards and include in particular:

• Details of history including why it is gynaecological in nature

Tests

• Pelvic ultrasound
• MSU
• Chlamidya/Gonorrhoea PCR

Interim/GP management

To refer a patient with this condition, please see the Gynaecology clinic page for the full referral process and templates.

• Determine if gynaecological or bowel in nature.
• Bowel habit history to rule out constipation.
• Try to illicit if irritable bowel syndrome is the problem.

For more information please see the HealthPathways Tasmania website.

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