WOMENS HEALTH

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse is common in women who have had a baby with 50% of women who have had a vaginal delivery experiencing some degree of prolapse. The bladder, bowel or uterus can descend into the vagina, this can cause symptoms such as vaginal heaviness and dragging, constipation or difficulty emptying the bladder, with the most common symptom being “the feeling of a lump or bulge protruding into the vagina”. Not all pelvic organ prolapse is bothersome.

If you have been diagnosed with pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic floor exercise and lifestyle modification can reduce the bother of the prolapse or prevent the prolapse from worsening.  If may be that you are suitable for a trial of a support pessary to be fitted to relieve symptoms.

If you do need surgery to correct your prolapse it is advisable that you see a physiotherapist before and after the surgery to optimise your recovery.

Our physiotherapists are able to complete a comprehensive assessment of your prolapse and design an individualised rehabilitation program for you.

 

WOMENS HEALTH

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse is common in women who have had a baby with 50% of women who have had a vaginal delivery experiencing some degree of prolapse. The bladder, bowel or uterus can descend into the vagina, this can cause symptoms such as vaginal heaviness and dragging, constipation or difficulty emptying the bladder, with the most common symptom being “the feeling of a lump or bulge protruding into the vagina”. Not all pelvic organ prolapse is bothersome.

If you have been diagnosed with pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic floor exercise and lifestyle modification can reduce the bother of the prolapse or prevent the prolapse from worsening.  If may be that you are suitable for a trial of a support pessary to be fitted to relieve symptoms.

If you do need surgery to correct your prolapse it is advisable that you see a physiotherapist before and after the surgery to optimise your recovery.

Our physiotherapists are able to complete a comprehensive assessment of your prolapse and design an individualised rehabilitation program for you.

 

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Some common questions about pelvic organ prolapse

  • Do you feel a heaviness or pressure in the vagina?
  • Do you feel and lump or bulge in the vagina?
  • Do you have difficulty emptying the bladder or bowel?
  • Is it difficult to retain a tampon during your period?
  • Do you want to talk to a specialist?
  • Does it feel worse toward the end of the day or after you have done sport or had sex?
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