Does uterine prolapse hurt?
Just because you have a uterine prolapse, does not mean you will experience pain. Many women with prolapse have no symptoms. Often these asymptomatic women do not know they have prolapse. A uterine prolapse is not often described as “painful.” Many women describe embarrassing or uncomfortable symptoms. These symptoms may interfere with your daily activities […]
Can uterine prolapse happen suddenly?
While there may be some instances where uterine prolapse happens suddenly, it typically progresses over a number of years.
Can uterine prolapse cause sciatica?
Uterine prolapse has not been known to specifically cause sciatica, but keep reading. There may be a relationship.
How fast does uterine prolapse progress?
There is no way to predict how quickly any individual’s prolapse will progress. In most instances, it takes many years to notice a gradual worsening of pelvic organ prolapse.
How does uterine prolapse feel?
Uterine prolapse can cause a wide variety of symptoms in different patients depending on the degree and severity of the prolapse.
Can uterine prolapse cause bleeding?
It is uncommon for prolapse to cause vaginal bleeding.
Do not assume that vaginal bleeding after menopause is due to prolapse. It is not normal and should be evaluated.
How to avoid uterine prolapse?
It may not be entirely possible to avoid a uterine prolapse. But, there are several things you can do to reduce your risk.
Can uterine prolapse cause incontinence?
The same things that cause weakening of the tissues that support the uterus and upper vagina also cause loss of support to the urethra. This can result in leakage of urine with laugh, cough, and/or sneeze – called stress incontinence.
When uterine prolpase is significant the bladder and the nerves supplying it can be affected leading to urinary urgency, frequency, urge associated incontinence and incomplete bladder emptying.
Can uterine prolapse cause heavy periods?
In general, a uterine prolapse is not associated with heavy periods. There are many gynecologic conditions which can be associated with heavy periods, so a visit to the gynecologist is warranted.
Can uterine prolapse cause cramping?
Some patients with a uterine prolapse do not experience any symptoms. Others experience a wide range of symptoms, including cramping.