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Struggling with Pelvic Pain? You're Not Alone and Dr. Sonia Bahlani Has Ideas to Help

Feb 3, 2025
33:51

If you've ever felt nagging bladder pressure, struggled with painful sex, or found yourself planning every outing around bathroom breaks, this episode is for you. Pelvic pain expert Dr. Sonia Bahlani combines training in both gynecology and urology to tackle the questions too many women are afraid to ask. Why do so many of us suffer for years before getting help? What's really causing that constant urge to go? Do we have to just “live” with painful sex? Dr. Bahlani breaks down why all too common conditions are missed or dismissed, shares the latest treatment options (from pelvic floor PT to surprising medications), and offers practical lifestyle tips you can start using today. Whether you're dealing with mild discomfort or chronic pain, discover how you can start living pain-free. Bonus—learn when it’s time to see a specialist and how advocate for yourself to find the right care.


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