The disorder primarily occurs or begins during pregnancy . Symptoms include intermittent pain in the flank on the right side and intermittent right-lower quadrant abdominal pain , most often occurring before menstruation. Urinary tract infections or use of progesterone often aggravates the symptoms.
Medical treatment includes prolonged treatment of urinary tract infections.
Surgical removal of the vein may be required in some cases. Surgical vein removal does not prevent pregnancy. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.