Women's Pain Management Across Their Lifespan

Kristen MacKenzie, MD, explores the history of how women's pain has been understood by the medical community and societal influences on pain perception. She describes the physical and emotional challenges women face during various life stages, including menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Dr. MacKenzie emphasizes the importance of early intervention and a comprehensive approach to pain management. #painrelief #nociplasticpain #chronicpain

Kristen MacKenzie, MD, is a clinical assistant professor and co-director of the Pelvic Pain Program in the Stanford Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative, and Pain Medicine. She is the co-director of the Stanford Women's Sexual Dysfunction Conference and is part of the Stanford Pelvic Health Center for interdisciplinary, multimodal care.

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