What are the different types of pelvic organ prolapse?

Six Types of Pelvic Organ Prolapse
  • Uterine prolapse (uterus) As the name implies, uterine prolapse occurs when your uterus migrates into your vaginal canal and sometimes even protrudes outside it.
  • Enterocele (small intestine) …
  • Urethrocele (urethra) …
  • Rectocele (rectum) …
  • Vaginal vault prolapse (top of vagina)

What is Grade 4 pelvic organ prolapse?

Pelvic Organ Prolapse Stages

Stage 4: Pelvic floor organs have fallen completely through the vaginal opening.

What are the stages of prolapse?

The four categories of uterine prolapse are:
  • Stage I – the uterus is in the upper half of the vagina.
  • Stage II – the uterus has descended nearly to the opening of the vagina.
  • Stage III – the uterus protrudes out of the vagina.
  • Stage IV – the uterus is completely out of the vagina.

How many types of prolapse are there?

The 4 main types of prolapse are: the bladder bulging into the front wall of the vagina (anterior prolapse) the womb bulging or hanging down into the vagina (uterine prolapse) the top of the vagina sagging down – this happens to some women after they have had surgery to remove their womb.

What is grade3 prolapse?

In the most severe form, the cervix or even the entire uterus bulges out of the introitus (grade 3). Uterine prolapse is the indication for hysterectomy in 16% of cases in the U.S. Genital prolapse is a more general term which includes several conditions, which may occur separately or in combination.

What is Stage 3 bladder prolapse?

Stage 3 – the bladder protrudes out of the vagina. Stage 4 – most severe form, in which all pelvic organs including the bladder protrude out of the vagina.

What are the 3 types of prolapse?

There are several types of prolapse that have different names depending on the part of the body that has dropped. Cystocele—The bladder drops into the vagina. Enterocele—The small intestine bulges into the vagina. Rectocele—The rectum bulges into the vagina.

What is the difference between prolapse and cystocele?

Anterior prolapse (cystocele)

It results when the muscles and tissues that support the bladder give way. Anterior vaginal prolapse, also known as a cystocele (SIS-toe-seel) or a prolapsed bladder, is when the bladder drops from its usual position in the pelvis and pushes on the wall of the vagina.

What causes pelvic organ prolapse?

When the muscles and ligaments supporting a woman’s pelvic organs weaken, the pelvic organs can drop lower in the pelvis, creating a bulge in the vagina (prolapse). Women most commonly develop pelvic organ prolapse years after childbirth, after a hysterectomy or after menopause.

What happens if a prolapse is left 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.

Does walking make prolapse worse?

Prolapse symptoms may be worse at different times in the day. Some women notice that they feel more pressure after walking or standing for long periods of time.

Can prolapse heal completely?

Prolapsed organs cannot heal themselves, and most worsen over time. Several treatments are available to correct a prolapsed bladder.

How long does it take to recover from a prolapse operation?

Surgical repairs are usually done by making cuts in the wall of the vagina under general anaesthetic. This means you’ll be asleep during the operation and will not feel any pain. You may need 6 to 12 weeks off work to recover, depending on the type of surgery you have.

Does sitting make prolapse worse?

The way you sit and stand can also have a huge impact on your pelvic floor, and related conditions, such as incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse. How does posture help the pelvic floor? When you sit in a slouched position, you’re activating your pelvic floor far less than when sitting or standing.

What vitamin is good for prolapse?

Vitamin C with bioflavonoids

We know that vitamin C and also bioflavonoids help with the formation of collagen so it is important that you take these nutrients in supplement form if you are suffering from either prolapse or stress incontinence, or both.

What exercises should I avoid with a prolapse?

Don’t do any heavy lifting, deep squats, leg presses, abdominal crunches, and planks. These exercises create intra-abdominal pressure and cause the pelvic floor to bulge. Also, high-impact exercises such as running and jumping can worsen pelvic prolapse, so swap out these activities with low- or no-impact exercise.

How should you sleep with a prolapse?

To relieve pressure on your vagina, lie down and put a pillow under your knees. Or you can lie on your side and bring your knees up to your chest.

Does walking help pelvic organ prolapse?

What type of exercise is best for pelvic organ prolapse? Aerobic exercises three to five times a week (walking, cycling, swimming etc). Aerobic exercise helps your cardiovascular system, muscles, tendons and ligaments to stay strong and will also help you maintain to the correct weight (BMI) for your height and age.