Abstract Endometriosis is a common cause of pelvic, low back, and abdominal pain caused by the implantation of normal uterine endometrial mucosa in abnormal locations. Endometriosis occurs in approximately 8%…

Abstract Patients with iliopectineal bursitis frequently complain of pain in the anterior hip and groin. The pain is localized to the area just below the crease of the groin anteriorly,…

Abstract Patients suffering from ischiogluteal bursitis frequently complain of pain at the base of the buttock with resisted extension of the lower extremity. The pain is localized to the area…

Abstract Discitis is an often misdiagnosed cause of spine pain that, if undiagnosed, can result in paralysis or life-threatening complications. Although discitis can occur anywhere in the spine, the lumbar…

Abstract Lumbar radiculopathy is a constellation of symptoms including neurogenic back and lower extremity pain emanating from the lumbar nerve roots. In addition to pain, patients may experience numbness, weakness,…

Abstract Diverticulitis is a common cause of acute abdominal pain in western and industrialized countries. Found more commonly in women, the disease occurs more commonly after the forth decade. Diverticulitis…

Abstract Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common cause of abdominal pain, affecting one in five adults in developed countries. Although it can also occur in the pediatric and adolescent…

Abstract Pain from the sacroiliac joint commonly occurs when lifting in an awkward position that puts strain on the joint, its supporting ligaments, and soft tissues. The sacroiliac joint is…

Abstract Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of abdominal pain, with an incidence of approximately 8.5% in males and 6.7% in females; the mortality rate is approximately…

Abstract Osteitis pubis causes localized tenderness over the symphysis pubis, pain radiating into the inner thigh, and a waddling gait. Radiographic changes consisting of erosion, sclerosis, and widening of the…