Here Are Six Types of Pelvic Organ Prolapse You Should Know

The pelvis region contains multiple organs such as the uterus, vagina, small bowel, bladder, and rectum. All these organs are held into position by connective tissues and a group of muscles. Weakened pelvic muscles and connective tissue cause pelvic organ prolapse. The supporting structures are unable to hold the organs in place. The organs can shift out of place and affect body functioning. You need a certified specialist to assist in treatment. If you suffer from any prolapse in Midwood, visit Dr. Gregory Shifrin and start your treatment today.

Uterine Prolapse (uterus)

This condition occurs when your pelvic floor muscles, together with the ligaments, cannot support the uterus. The lack of enough support causes the uterus to migrate into the vaginal canal or, at times, protrude out of the vagina. This condition can affect all women, although postmenopausal women are the ones most affected.

Cystocele (bladder)

This prolapse is one of the most common types of prolapse. Also known as the fallen bladder, it occurs when your ligaments and muscles weaken, causing the bladder to shift down into the vagina. The condition is graded according to its severity, grade one being mild and grade three being severe. The problem is mainly associated with childbirth and menopause. At times also straining your body may damage your pelvic muscles leading to the condition.

Enterocele (small intestine)

This condition is also known as small bowel prolapse. Enterocele prolapse occurs when the small bowel that is your small intestines moves downwards lower into the pelvic cavity pushing the top area of the vagina forming a bulge. Some of the processes that might facilitate this condition are childbirth and aging.

 Urethrocele (urethra)

The Urethrocele prolapse involves the urethra, the tube that is associated with carrying urine from the body. This type of prolapse occurs when your urethra projects into your vagina. You can develop this condition due to pelvic muscles being damaged from pregnancy, childbirth, or any surgery involving the pelvic region. You may develop a condition known as incontinence associated with the leaking of urine due to Urethrocele prolapse.

Rectocele (rectum)

Also known as the posterior vaginal prolapse, it occurs when the front part of the rectum presses through the rectovaginal septum. The vaginal wall bulges as a result of the push. The rectovaginal septum is composed of thin tissue that enables the separation of the rectum from your vagina. In severe cases, surgical repair may be required to treat the condition.

Vaginal Vault Prolapse (top of the vagina)

This condition happens when your vagina slips out of its original position. The top part of the vagina dangles down into your vaginal canal. The falling out of place is due to a weakened pelvic structural support. The problem is prevalent with women who have multiple deliveries during childbirth.

Talk to a Pelvic Prolapse Specialist Today

Prolapse conditions can be embarrassing at times and need treatment as early as possible. Many women suffer in silence as they do not know how to go about it. There are various treatment options today that can help in treating most of the prolapse conditions. Specialists such as Dr. Gregory Shifrin invest much time to ensure that his prolapse patients enjoy a normal life as before. If you have a prolapse condition, contact him today and schedule an appointment today.

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