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  • Q&A with Australian Health Practitioners

    Could pelvic pain be a sign of cancer?

    As a woman, I am very cautious of any female-related cancers. Lately I've been experiencing mild to moderate pain in the pelvic area. Could this be a sign of cancer?
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  • Women's Health Queensland Wide provides free health information for Queensland women. View Profile

    Acute pelvic pain is pain that starts over a short period of time anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. This type of pain is often a warning sign that something is wrong and should be evaluated promptly. Pelvic pain can have numerous casuses.  Pelvic pain can be caused by an infection or inflammation. An infection doesn't have to affect the reproductive organs to cause pelvic pain. For example pain can be caused by the bladder, bowel, or appendix and can produce pain in the pelvic region. The take home message is that any pelvic pain should be investigated to locate the source.
    Brenda
    Women’s Health Educator
    Health Information Line, Women’s Health Queensland Wide
     
    Women living in Queensland can also call our Health Information Line - a free information and referral service for Queensland women - on 3839 9988 or 1800 017 676 (toll free outside Brisbane).
     
    Please note that all health information provided by Women’s Health Queensland Wide is subject to this disclaimer
     

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