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Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder/Genito-Pelvic Dysesthesia caused by Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
Yunxu Zhang1, Li Su1, Hong Ge2
1Department of Rehabilitation, Hiser Hospital Affiliated to Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
Introduction:
Persistent genital arousal disorder/genito-pelvic dysesthesia (PGAD/GPD) consists of persistent or recurrent unwanted sensations of genital arousal that may include other types of genito-pelvic dysesthesia, which occur without concomitant sexual interest or thoughts. There are multiple triggering factors for PGAD/GPD.
Aim:
To report the case of a 38-year-old woman with low back pain and PGAD/GPD triggered by sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Methods:
The medical data of the female patient with low back pain and PGAD/GPD were reviewed and analyzed.
Results:
Resetting of the subluxated sacroiliac joint resulted in complete remission of the patient's symptoms.
Conclusion:
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction may be a trigger for PGAD/GPD in some cases. Lack of relevant knowledge among patients and healthcare providers is the biggest challenge of the proper diagnosis and treatment of PGAD/GPD at present. Zhang Y, Su L, Ge H, et al. Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder/Genito-Pelvic Dysesthesia caused by Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction. Sex Med 2022;10:100544.
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