Patient's question:
After giving birth, this situation has existed. Now I feel like the uterus is about to drop out of the vaginal opening. I really feel it's very painful. Please ask: How can uterine prolapse be treated to get better?Doctor's answer:
Uterine prolapse, also known as uterine descent, occurs when the inner wall of the uterus cannot contract and return properly, bending into the vagina. In severe cases, it may extend outside the body. The general symptoms of uterine prolapse include at least a sensation of heaviness or dropping in the lower abdomen, as well as chronic lower back and waist pain. In more severe cases, it can affect the bladder and rectum, leading to frequent urination, incomplete emptying of the bladder, or difficulty with bowel movements.Uterine prolapse is caused by the relaxation or atrophy of the ligaments and muscles in the pelvic area. The best treatment for uterine prolapse is surgical intervention. This involves performing a vaginal hysterectomy, followed by the proper fixation of supporting tissues such as the cardinal ligaments. It also includes repairing the pelvic floor muscles and vaginal walls, such as suturing the anterior vaginal wall mucosa to prevent bladder prolapse and suturing the posterior vaginal wall mucosa to prevent rectal prolapse.