Pelvic pain

So this was published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, 2025.

Then the research is 2026, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Intimacy and Empowerment in Urogynecology, a Qualitative Exploration of Vibrator Use, Themes of Improved Self-Confidence, Mood, Sleep, Libido, Orgasm, and Self-Reported Improvements in Urinary Incontinence, Pelvic Health, Blood Flow, Blood Flow and Muscle Strength, Vaginal Dryness, and Pelvic Pain.

So I get a little cringy anytime somebody says use it or lose it.

I don't like it.

I'm Annika Hindoccia, host of Owning Space.

This week we're looking at new research into endometriosis and fertility, including whether the severity of pelvic pain can tell us anything about pregnancy outcomes.

We're also exploring what happens to our biological age during pregnancy and why the recovery period afterwards may be more important than previously recognised.

And finally, testosterone therapy is becoming increasingly popular amongst women.

But what does the science actually tell us about its benefits and risks? Let's get into it.

First up, some new research into endometriosis and pregnancy outcomes.

A study published on the 24th of October in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth has examined whether the severity of pelvic pain experienced by women with endometriosis is associated with their chances of having a live birth.

And this is an important question because pain is one of the most common symptoms of endometriosis, but it doesn't always reflect the extent of the disease.

When you wear your clothes, uh, you know, you feel like, uh-oh, you know, the clothes don't fit right, and that just changes your whole persona for that day.

Mm.

But we're also looking at the pelvic pains.

Okay? We're looking at pains that many women have at the lower part, at the genital area, and this is again something that we don't often talk about, the vulval pains, the genital pain.

So we're not talking about the dryness only of the vagina, we're also talking about the bladder pains, and this is really very important.

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Welcome to the Heal Your Chronic Pelvic Pain podcast, a show where I help you heal your chronic pelvic pain through a mind-body approach.

I'm your host, Rachel Gofman.

I'm a doctor of physical therapy and pelvic pain coach.

After years of living with chronic pelvic pain and searching for answers in the traditional Western medical system, I finally found healing through mind-body approach, and now I help others do the same.

Please note, this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

I'll be sharing education, practical tips, and insights from my personal experiences and professional knowledge to guide and support you on your healing journey.

This week on the podcast, I want to talk about a slightly different topic, but it's what I think is really, really important.

And that is navigating pelvic exams at the gynecologist.