Pelvic congestion syndrome or pelvic vein syndrome is a long-standing condition characterized by the presence of varicose veins in the pelvic region. Varicose veins are veins that are twisted, enlarged, and swollen due to abnormal vein functioning. It results in constant, dull pain in the pelvic region that may aggravate during various conditions such as standing for long or later months of pregnancy. While the condition may occur in anyone, it is more likely to be seen in women with more than one pregnancy. Pelvic pain syndrome is responsible for pain in about 30% of women with long-standing pain cases. Symptoms Most women with this syndrome complain of pain that may aggravate in the following conditions: · A few days before the menstrual cycle · Standing for a long time · After or during sexual intercourse · Later stages of pregnancy The pain is dragging or a dull aching pain Some other additional symptoms include: · Abnormal