What is symphysis pubis dysfunction?
There is a natural increase in the width of the symphysis pubis (pubic bone joint) during pregnancy causing the joint to move excessively. In some cases severe dysfunction may occur resulting in burning sensations and pain specifically in the pubic bone itself.
How do members experience symphysis pubis dysfunction?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with symphysis pubis dysfunction*
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Top treatments taken by people for symphysis pubis dysfunction*
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Who has symphysis pubis dysfunction on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 8 | |
| 40s | 13 | |
| 50s | 7 | |
| 60s | 3 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 2 | |
| Female | 33 |
Talk to people with symphysis pubis dysfunction
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