Suprapubic

What does "Suprapubic" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Suprapubic is a term used in medicine to describe something that is located above the pubic bone. The pubic bone is the hard area you can feel at the lower part of your belly, just above your genitals. So, if a doctor says something is suprapubic, they mean it's in the lower part of your belly, above that bone. This term is often used when talking about pain, surgery, or catheters in that area.

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