Pelvic organ prolapse is a normal and natural condition in which tissues and muscles might develop problems in some women following childbirth. And the condition is seen more in ageing women.
It affects almost one-third of the women in the world. Prolapse is the sagging and dropping of organs from their normal position.
Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition of pelvic floor disorder. A pelvic floor is a group of muscles that keep the different pelvic organs including bladder, uterus, vagina, small bowel and rectum in place.
Prolapse is the sagging and dropping of organs from their normal position. Pelvic prolapse refers to the organs in the pelvic region that are undergoing this condition-
Rectum
Bladder
Uterus
Small bowel
Vagina
These organs might bear their weight on other organs, would interrupt their functions and in severe cases might also descend outside the vaginal canal or anus.
It is a condition of pelvic floor disorder. A pelvic floor is a group of muscles that keep the different pelvic organs including bladder, uterus, vagina, small bowel and rectum in place.
These tissues and muscles might develop problems in some women following childbirth. And the condition is seen more in ageing women.
This disorders further bring a lot of associated problems including-
Pelvic organ prolapses
Urinary incontinence
Anal incontinence
The different pelvic organ prolapse is termed as -
Cystocele
A prolapse of the bladder into the vagina.
Urethrocele
A prolapse of the urethra.
Vaginal Vault Prolapse
Prolapse of the vagina.
Enterocele
Prolapse of the small bowel.
Rectocele
Prolapse of the Rectum.
Prolapse is caused by any activity that puts pressure on the abdomen, including- pregnancy, childbirth and labour, as one of the main causes.
Overweight
Chronic respiratory problems that would build pressure on the abdomen.
Cancers of the pelvic region
Constipation
Hysterectomy (removal of the uterus).
Genetics and weaker connective tissues in some women.
Constant pressure and fullness in the pelvic region.
Lower backache.
Pain during intercourse
The discomfort of holding on to something falling from the vagina.
Vaginal bleeding and spotting.
Constipation
Urine or faecal incontinence.
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