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Do I Have Prolapse?

Do I Have a Prolapse? 

Introduction: Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a condition that affects millions of women worldwide, yet it remains widely misunderstood and often goes undiagnosed. Even though many women undergo regular pelvic floor exams with their physicians, most of them remain unaware of the potential presence of pelvic floor prolapse.  If you're experiencing discomfort or unusual sensations in your pelvic region, it's crucial to understand the signs and symptoms of POP and explore potential solutions. Let's delve into what you need to know about this condition and how you can take steps toward managing it effectively.

Signs and Symptoms:

  1. Pressure or heaviness in the pelvic region: One of the most common symptoms of POP is a sensation of pressure or heaviness in the pelvic area. This feeling may worsen as the day progresses or during activities such as standing, walking, or lifting heavy objects.
  2. The feeling of something sticking out of your vagina.
  3. Pelvic floor and vaginal burning and pain due to overstretching of sensitive tissues and nerves.
  4. Vaginal bulging: Some women with POP may notice a bulge or protrusion in the vaginal area. This can occur when pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, colon, urethra, or rectum, descend into the vaginal canal due to weakened pelvic floor muscles.
  5. Stress urinary incontinence: urinary incontinence with coughing, sneezing, laughing, walking, jumping, lifting and running
  6. Incomplete voiding: leakage and dripping after urination due to the bladder creating the “fold” and collecting urine
  7. Urinary frequency and urgency are due to irritation and pressure exerted on the bladder by the prolapsed organs.
  8. Bowel problems: Women with POP may also experience difficulties with bowel movements, including constipation, straining during bowel movements, or a sensation of incomplete evacuation.
  9. Sexual discomfort: POP can cause discomfort, leakage, or pain during sexual intercourse for some women. This may be due to the displacement of pelvic organs, irritation of the urethra, or the strain placed on pelvic muscles during intercourse.
  10. Frequent urinary tract infections: POP can cause frequent urinary tract infections due to chafing and sensitive tissue exposure.

While pelvic organ prolapse may exhibit some of the symptoms mentioned above, it often manifests silently, presenting with no discernable symptoms.

If you suspect you may have pelvic organ prolapse, it's essential to seek medical evaluation from a pelvic health specialist. Treatment options for pelvic organ prolapse vary depending on the severity of the condition and the best results are accomplished with early intervention.

If you're experiencing symptoms such as pelvic pressure, vaginal bulging, urinary or bowel problems, or discomfort during sexual activity, it's important not to ignore them. Ignoring these symptoms might lead to the progression of prolapse and necessitate risky and painful surgical interventions. Don't hesitate to reach out at 425-224-2476 and schedule consultations to determine if you are a good candidate for our cutting-edge ZeroGPelvicFloor program.   

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