Is a prolapsed uterus life threatening?

Is a prolapsed uterus life threatening?

It can be the womb (uterus), bowel, bladder or top of the vagina. A prolapse is not life threatening, but it can cause pain and discomfort. Symptoms can usually be improved with pelvic floor exercises and lifestyle changes, but sometimes medical treatment is needed.

How do I check myself for uterine prolapse?

Insert 1 or 2 fingers and place over the back vaginal wall (facing the rectum), to feel any bulging under your fingers, first with strong coughing and then sustained bearing down. A definite bulge under your fingers indicates a back vaginal wall prolapse.

How do I fix my prolapsed uterus?

Hysterectomy and prolapse repair: Uterine prolapse may be treated by removing the uterus in a surgical procedure called a hysterectomy. This may be done through a cut (incision) made in the vagina (vaginal hysterectomy) or through the abdomen (abdominal hysterectomy).

Can you repair uterine prolapse?

Your doctor might recommend surgery to repair uterine prolapse. Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) or vaginal surgery might be an option. Surgery can involve: Repair of weakened pelvic floor tissues.

Is it OK to leave a prolapse untreated?

It is generally safe to leave prolapse untreated unless the prolapse is very large or causes difficulty with bowel or bladder emptying.

How do you push your uterus back in place?

In moderate to severe cases, the prolapse may have to be surgically repaired. In laparoscopic surgery, instruments are inserted through the navel. The uterus is pulled back into its correct position and reattached to its supporting ligaments. The operation can also be performed with an abdominal incision.

What are the side effects of a prolapsed uterus?

What are the symptoms of uterine prolapse?

• Leakage of urine.
• Inability to completely empty your bladder.
• Feeling of heaviness or fullness in your pelvis.
• Bulging in your vagina.
• Lower-back pain.
• Aching, or the feeling of pressure, in your lower abdomen or pelvis.
• Constipation.

What happens if you leave a prolapse untreated?

If prolapse is left untreated, over time it may stay the same or slowly get worse. In rare cases, severe prolapse can cause obstruction of the kidneys or urinary retention (inability to pass urine). This may lead to kidney damage or infection.