Pudendal Nerve Block
A pudendal nerve block targets the pudendal nerve to relieve chronic pelvic pain from pudendal neuralgia, often felt as burning or pressure that worsens with sitting. The block interrupts the pain and helps confirm the pudendal nerve as the source.
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This procedure is commonly used to treat Pudendal Neuralgia.
How it works
Under image guidance, Dr. Taheem places anesthetic and steroid around the pudendal nerve along its course in the pelvis. This calms the irritated nerve and reduces the burning, pressure-like pelvic pain.
What to expect
The minimally invasive procedure can improve sitting tolerance and quality of life. A positive response also confirms the diagnosis and guides a comprehensive pelvic pain plan.
Frequently asked questions
Will a pudendal nerve block help my sitting pain?
By calming the pudendal nerve, the block often improves the burning and pressure that worsen with sitting.
How is the pudendal nerve located for the injection?
Image guidance is used to position the medication accurately along the nerve’s course for safety and effectiveness.
Is Pudendal Nerve Block right for you?
Request a consultation with Dr. Taheem to find out. We’ll review your history and build a personalized, OHIP-covered plan. Serving patients across Ontario.
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