Coccydynia related to the use of a contraceptive vaginal ring

Reumatol Clin. 2017 Jan-Feb;13(1):42-43. doi: 10.1016/j.reuma.2015.11.017. Epub 2016 Jan 21.
[Article in English, Spanish]

Abstract

Coccydynia is a syndrome that rheumatologists encounter frequently in the form of tailbone pain, which is usually worse when sitting. Although the most common origin is trauma, there are several other possible causes of pain in the coccyx. We present an unusual case in which coccydynia developed shortly after the insertion of a contraceptive vaginal ring and remitted completely upon removal of this system.

Keywords: Anillo vaginal anticonceptivo; Coccigodinia; Coccydynia; Contraceptive vaginal ring.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Coccyx*
  • Contraceptive Devices, Female / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Low Back Pain / etiology*