@gogogale, you inspired me to search a bit so I asked, “ could Cardiac Ablation done through the groin cause scarring or intestinal pain” and found a good overview of the procedure by Mayo Clinic. Reading all involved led me to the same assumption as you…the pain @lyndidowney05 has been experience could be a result of Cardiac Ablation, and treatable.

@lyndidowney05, welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. My heart is warmed by seeing the connections you are already making in this discussion with other thoughtful members.

I am not a medically trained person, but a patient at Mayo Clinic MN working through systemic symptoms. I found another link with information, @lyndidowney05 you may find useful. Disclaimer: I am not sure of the validity of this source but I can confirm it sounds reasonable based on my own experience. I landed at Mayo Clinic experiencing systemic circulation problems. I was checked out by Cardiology then pelvic floor therapy was recommended. I tried at home a bit then pursued Mayo’s 2-week intense therapy program. Once assessed, I was told they knew what was happening but weren’t sure what to do about it. Their approach would be to protect my heart then take one symptom at a time. We have made slow and steady incremental progress since and my quality of life is greatly improved. It made no sense to me at the time. Here I am, not “fixed” but doing tons better. I give you this long story simply to say, don’t rule anything out as the cause OR the solution.

I link I found online, “ Pelvic Pain After Cardiac Ablation” says discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen, pelvis, or perineum after cardiac ablation can be caused by a variety of factors. Possibilities are:
1. Femoral Artery Access can cause permanent damage to the artery, leading to pelvic area pain.
2. Nerve Damage particularly if the procedure lasts for a long time or used multiple catheters.
3. Infection can cause pain in the pelvic area as well as fever and other symptoms.
4. Blood Clots more likely with a history or at high risk for developing them.
5. Scar Tissue: Scar tissue can form in the pelvic area after cardiac ablation, leading to pain and discomfort. This is more likely to occur in patients who have undergone multiple cardiac ablation procedures or who have other pelvic surgeries.

One example they give is a patient with sharp pain in the pelvic area worsened by movement and pressure. I want to specifically point out an area you will need to scroll quite a bit to get to, “ The Role of Physical Therapy in Alleviating Pelvic Pain After Cardiac Ablation”. This may be your ticket! Here is the article: https://pelvicfloorpro.com/pelvic-pain-after-cardiac-ablation/

Mayo Clinic MN Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Program Overview (specifically states, “scar tissue, muscle dysfunction or pain following surgery”: https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/pelvic-floor-dysfunction-program/overview/ovc-20467221

How do you feel when you exercise or stretch? How about eating? Is there anything you have done that particularly help or hurt?