Vaginal prolapse is a common condition where the bladder, uterus and or bowel protrudes into the vagina.
This can cause symptoms such as a sensation of a vaginal lump, constipation, difficulty emptying the bowel or bladder or problems with sexual intercourse. Treatment is only recommended when the prolapse is symptomatic.
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Causes and treatment
The biggest cause of prolapse is pregnancy and birth, though a number of other factors such as family history, lifestyle and certain medical conditions can also cause prolapse. Treatment can vary from simple lifestyle changes to surgery.
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More about physiotherapy
Physiotherapy helps to strengthen the pelvic floor that supports your organs. You may consider physiotherapy or your doctor may recommend it to treat mild vaginal prolapse.
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More about pessaries
Pessaries don’t fix prolapses but they can reduce or lessen the symptoms of prolapse and help you live more comfortably.
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More about surgery
There are several types of prolapse surgery but all of them try to fix the prolapse and prevent it from happening again.
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