- Do nothing – if the prolapse is not causing significant problems then treatment may not be required
- Vaginal pessary – supportive removable devices inserted in the vagina which hold up the prolapse. These can be fitted by your Evoca doctor, and should be changes 6 monthly. Pessaries are usually used as a temporary measure but may be used as a more permanent option.
- Pelvic floor physiotherapy – can help with mild or moderate prolapse to reduce severity and improve symptoms
- Surgery – a variety of surgical options are available depending on the type and severity of prolapse.
Category: Incontinence & Prolapse
What are the causes of pelvic organ prolapse?2
- Vaginal delivery
- Family history of prolapse
- Menopause
- Chronic cough (for example, asthma)
- Obesity
- Family history of vaginal prolapse
- Neurological diseases
- Forceps delivery
1 Reference: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pelvic-organ-prolapse/#:~:text=Pelvic%20organ%20prolapse%20is%20when,can%20cause%20pain%20and%20discomfort.
What are the symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse?1
- A lump or bulge felt in the vagina
- Pressure feeling in the vagina
- Dragging sensation in the vagina
- Sense of something falling out
- Urinary incontinence
- Difficulty passing urine
- Difficulty opening bowels
- Faecal incontinence
- Low back pain
- Discomfort or lack of sensation during intercourse
1 Reference: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pelvic-organ-prolapse/#:~:text=Pelvic%20organ%20prolapse%20is%20when,can%20cause%20pain%20and%20discomfort.