The patient had suffered significant nerve damage following treatment for a rare inflammatory condition in his hometown, disrupting the transmission of sensory signals from the pelvic region to the brain.
Chennai, September 16, 2026: Doctors at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, Chetpet, successfully treated a 36-year-old man from Sri Lanka who had been living with severe burning pain in the pelvic region for nearly a year. The condition had significantly disrupted his daily life and affected his quality of life. Despite taking medications for several months in his hometown, his pain remained uncontrolled and continued to interfere with his routine activities. The patient was referred to Prof. Dr. Premkumar M, Head of Anaesthesia and Senior Interventional Pain Management Specialist at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, Chetpet.
The patient travelled to Chennai in March 2026 for treatment at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals. Following a detailed evaluation, the Interventional Pain Management team identified that the patient had previously been diagnosed with transverse myelitis, a rare inflammatory condition affecting the spinal cord. The patient and his family consulted the doctor and it was found that he had significant nerve damage in the pelvic region due to his primary condition which was the reason for his pelvic pain. The doctor recommended a minimally invasive procedure to reduce his severe pelvic pain and facilitate faster recovery.
The patient subsequently underwent a specialized minimally invasive procedure — Superior Hypogastric Plexus and Pudendal Neurolysis with Radiofrequency Ablation. The procedure was performed through tiny needle punctures and was aimed at blocking pain signals travelling from the pelvic region to the brain. Through this procedure, the doctors treated the affected nerves without the need for major surgery. Following the procedure, the patient experienced significant pain relief and was able to return to his normal routine after months of debilitating symptoms.
“Chronic nerve-related pelvic pain can be profoundly disabling and is often difficult to manage with medications alone. In carefully selected patients, targeted interventional procedures can provide substantial pain relief and significantly improve quality of life while avoiding major surgery,” said Prof. Dr. Premkumar M, Head of Anaesthesia and Senior Interventional Pain Management Specialist at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals.
The persistent burning or unexplained pelvic pain should not be ignored, particularly in individuals with a history of spinal cord or nerve disorders. Early evaluation by specialists can help identify the underlying cause and provide appropriate treatment options that may significantly improve quality of life, added Prof Dr Premkumar.
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