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Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction:

During pregnancy or birth, about one in 35 women will experience intense pelvic pain and may find it difficult to walk, climb stairs, and other movements that involve the pelvic bones. This pain is a result of separation of the symphysis pubis which is a joint in the very front part of the pelvic bone structure. There is cartilage that fills the gap in the bones. During pregnancy, hormones such as relaxin soften this cartilage allowing the pelvic bones to be more flexible for delivery. Some women, however, have too much play in the pelvis causing a large gap between the bones. This makes the symphysis pubis area extremely sensitive to touch.

The final word:

Remember, symphysis pubis dysfunction is a condition that affects pregnant and/or postpartum women. It is a temporary situation and one that will resolve itself once the cartilage softening hormones decrease. Although there is no "cure" and it cannot be prevented in subsequent pregnancies, it does not mean that you will automatically experience SPD each pregnancy or birth. If you do, however, seek help to minimize the pain and worsening of the situation.

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From Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symphysis_pubis_dysfunction

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