Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) occurs when the muscles or ligaments in your pelvic floor are stretched or become too weak to hold your organs in the correct position. When this happens, organs such as the bladder, rectum, and uterus can bulge (prolapse) into the vagina and sometimes past the vaginal opening. Potential causes of pelvic organ prolapse include: pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause.
If you’re experiencing common symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, you don’t have to learn to live with it. Talk to your doctor today.
Pelvic organ prolapse is more common among women than you might think. The important thing to remember is you’re not alone. There are many women out there just like you who experience pain and discomfort associated with prolapse. But you don’t have to continue living like this; options are available to you. If you are concerned that you might have prolapse, talk to your doctor today.
3M+
Pelvic organ prolapse affects over 3 million women in the United States1
1 in 9
1 in 9 women will need prolapse surgery in their lifetime2
Pelvic organ prolapse can be treated several ways, depending on the exact nature and severity of your condition. Talk with your doctor to determine which treatment is right for you.
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Results from case studies are not necessarily predictive of results in other cases. Results in other cases may vary.
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