Pelvic floor physical therapy in the treatment of a patient with persistent genital arousal disorder/genito-pelvic dysesthesia: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Persistent genital arousal disorder/genito-pelvic dysesthesia (PGAD/GPD) is a condition of persistent or recurrent, unwanted or intrusive sensation of genital arousal that is usually associated with a distressing feeling and has a great impact on patients' daily life. Pelvic floor physical therapy is one of the effective conservative treatment options that deserves increased attention.

Aims

This case report aims to provide a comprehensive pelvic floor physical therapy evaluation and treatment plans for a patient with PGAD/GPD that resulted in a complete resolution of symptoms.

Methods

The patient is a 63-year-old female who suffered from persistent and uncontrolled sexual arousal over 3 months. Despite her efforts, the symptoms gradually worsened and neve

SUBMITTER: Lin T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12342909 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature