Hieronimus, Ashley M2010-07-212010-07-212010-07-21https://hdl.handle.net/11299/92191The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Between 4-20 % of women suffer from chronic pelvic pain. This condition is characterized by pain in the lower abdomen that has been going on for longer than six months, that is not directly caused by the menstrual cycle, and interferes with everyday life. It is a condition not a disease. This pamphlet outlines the primary causes of chronic pelvic pain and how these are diagnosed and treated.en-USpelvic painendometriosishormonesirritable bowel syndromeOther