Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse is a pelvic support problem. Prolapse is the bulging or dropping of the rectum or bladder. It is more common in females but can occur in males as well.
Symptoms
- Pelvic pressure
- Heaviness, fullness, pressure,
- A sense that something is falling out
- Trouble emptying your bowel and bladder completely
- Urine leakage, frequency, chronic urinary tract infections, difficulty urinating
- Protrusion of the rectum out of the anus
- Difficult bowel movements or trapping of stool
- Lower backache
Treatment
- Physical therapy
- Mechanical support devices (pessary)
- Surgery
