We often think dopamine is the “feel-good” chemical — but there are other sides to Dopamine that plays a powerful role in male pelvic pain.

In this episode of my Friday Takeaway series, we look beyond the pelvic floor again… this time diving even deeper into dopamine and its role in this complex condition.

I’m Karl Monahan, founder of Pelvic Pain Matters, clinical director of The Pelvic Pain Clinic… and someone who has lived through chronic pelvic pain myself.

I get how consuming and frightening these patterns can become. Do you recognise these patterns? How does anticipation or scanning show up in your day?

Share in the comments — your insight might help someone else. ✨ J

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If you’re tired of going through pelvic pain alone, endlessly researching, or trying to piece everything together yourself, the Circle is where your recovery gets supported properly. This is a private, off-social-media community for men who want:

✔ Real guidance (not random forum advice)

✔ A place to ask questions without embarrassment

✔ Consistent support during flare-ups and setbacks

✔ A structured way to learn, grow, and actually move forward

✔ Connection with men who get it — because they’re living it too Inside the Circle, you’ll get: 🔹 Monthly success stories

🔹 Movement + mobility videos

🔹 Breathwork sessions

🔹 Pain understanding & recovery education

🔹 Tools to help you regulate your system, reduce uncertainty, and find steadier recovery

It’s the space I wish I had when I was in the darkest parts of pelvic pain. If you’re ready for support, structure, guidance, and community — this is where your next step begins.

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