Pregnancy: Complications
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Cause
10/20/08, HealthwisePelvic organ prolapse is usually caused by damage to the tissues (muscles, ligaments, and connective tissue) that support the pelvic organs. Damage or stretching of these tissues allows the organs to move out of their normal positions, ca
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Symptoms
10/20/08, HealthwiseAlthough many women who have pelvic organ prolapse do not have symptoms, the most common and bothersome symptom is pressing of the uterus or other organs against the vaginal wall. The pressure on your vagina may cause minor discomfort
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - What Happens
10/20/08, HealthwiseThe pelvic organs are kept in place by the muscles and connective tissues of the pelvis (pelvic diaphragm). The vagina of an adult woman is normally a round-topped, muscular tube that also supports the other pelvic organs. The pelvic
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Pelvic Organ Prolapse - What Increases Your Risk
10/20/08, HealthwisePelvic organ prolapse is often related to stretching and pressure during labor and childbirth. It is less common in women who have never had children. Pelvic organ prolapse most often appears during menopause, as pelvic tissues damage
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - When To Call a Doctor
10/20/08, HealthwiseCall your doctor to schedule an appointment if:
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Exams and Tests
10/20/08, HealthwiseA prolapse of a pelvic organ is sometimes difficult to diagnose. Pelvic organ prolapse that does not cause symptoms is often discovered during a routine exam. You may be aware that there is a problem but be unsure of the exact locatio
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Treatment Overview
10/20/08, HealthwiseMany women who have pelvic organ prolapse do not have symptoms and do not require treatment. If your symptoms are bothersome, you may want to consider treatment. Treatment decisions should take into account which organs are affected,
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Prevention
10/20/08, HealthwisePelvic organ prolapse is most often a result of tissue damage caused by labor and childbirth. Although you may not be able to prevent the damage to your pelvic organs caused by childbearing, you may be able to control the progression of t
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Home Treatment
10/20/08, HealthwiseHome treatment can relieve the discomfort of pelvic organ prolapse. It can also help to keep prolapse from getting worse.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Surgery
10/20/08, HealthwiseIf you have pain and discomfort from pelvic organ prolapse that does not respond to nonsurgical treatment and lifestyle changes, you may want to consider surgery. The choice of surgery depends upon which organs are involved, how bad your
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