Pudendal Neuralgia Treatment in Turkey
About Pudendal Neuralgia
Key Highlights
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Provides a definitive diagnosis for chronic pelvic, perineal, or genital pain.Offers a targeted, nerve-specific treatment approach rather than generalized pain management.Can involve therapeutic nerve blocks that provide significant, sometimes long-lasting, pain relief.Management is typically non-surgical and focuses on a combination of medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes.Care is directed by a specialist (neurologist) with expertise in nerve-related pain disorders.
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic pain (burning, stabbing, numbness) in the area supplied by the pudendal nerve: perineum, vulva, scrotum, penis, clitoris, or anus.
- Pain that is typically worsened by sitting and relieved by standing or lying down.
- Suspected nerve entrapment or injury following pelvic surgery, childbirth, cycling, or trauma.
- Pain associated with urinary urgency/frequency, fecal urgency, or sexual dysfunction where other causes have been ruled out.
- Failure to respond to standard treatments for presumed prostatitis, vulvodynia, or coccydynia.
How to prepare
- Detailed discussion with the neurologist about medical history, symptoms, and previous treatments.
- May require stopping certain blood-thinning medications (as advised by the doctor) prior to any nerve block procedure.
- Fasting for a few hours may be required if a procedural nerve block with sedation is planned.
- Wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to the appointment is recommended.
- Arranging for transportation home is advisable, especially if a nerve block or sedation is performed.
Risks & possible complications
- Temporary increase in pain or soreness at the injection site after a nerve block.
- Bruising, bleeding, or infection at the injection site (rare).
- Risk of accidental puncture of nearby structures during a nerve block (very rare).
- Temporary numbness or weakness in the treatment area.
- Allergic reaction to local anesthetic or contrast dye (if used).
- Possibility that the diagnostic procedure or treatment may not provide lasting relief.
Recovery & hospital stay
- After a diagnostic/therapeutic nerve block, rest is advised for the remainder of the day.
- Ice packs can be applied to the injection site to reduce swelling and discomfort.
- Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, or prolonged sitting for 24-48 hours post-procedure.
- Keep the injection site clean and dry. Monitor for signs of infection.
- Follow-up with the neurologist is essential to assess the effectiveness of the block and plan further management, which may include physical therapy or medication adjustments.
- Long-term recovery involves adhering to prescribed medications, physical therapy exercises, and lifestyle modifications to avoid nerve irritation.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days for procedure recovery; weeks to months for full therapeutic effect
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pudendal neuralgia in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pudendal neuralgia in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pudendal neuralgia. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pudendal neuralgia compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 55 – USD 275 | 0 days (outpatient) | ~ 1-2 days for procedure recovery; weeks to months for full therapeutic effect | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 410 – USD 2,049 | 0 days (outpatient) | ~ 1-2 days for procedure recovery; weeks to months for full therapeutic effect | Know More |
Top hospitals for Pudendal Neuralgia in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pudendal neuralgia.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Olivia Brown, a 42-year-old elementary school...
Olivia Brown, a 42-year-old elementary school teacher and mother of two, had been suffering for three years. Her symptoms began after a difficult childbirth, starting as occasional pelvic discomfort that gradually worsened into a constant, burning pain in her perineum and vulva. Sitting for more than 15 minutes became excruciating, forcing her to use a special donut cushion in class. She saw multiple gynecologists and a pain specialist, trying physical therapy, nerve medications, and even a laparoscopic surgery for suspected endometriosis, all with no relief. She felt dismissed and began to believe the pain was 'all in her head,' leading to anxiety and depression. Her neurologist, Dr. Chen, recognized the classic signs of pudendal neuralgia, pain aggravated by sitting and relieved by standing, with a normal MRI. He recommended a diagnostic pudendal nerve block to confirm the source. Olivia was terrified but desperate. The procedure, guided by ultrasound, involved a precise injection of anesthetic near the nerve. The immediate, profound relief of her pain during the diagnostic block was the first validation she'd felt in years. It confirmed the diagnosis. She later underwent a series of therapeutic nerve blocks with corticosteroid. Post-procedure, she experienced significant relief, with pain levels dropping from a constant 8/10 to a manageable 2-3/10. She could sit through a parent-teacher conference again. Emotionally, she moved from a place of hopeless isolation and self-doubt to one of validation and cautious optimism. While she still manages some chronic discomfort, the diagnosis and effective treatment gave her her life and identity back.