Pelvic Organ Prolapse Treatment 101

Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition that affects millions of women worldwide—about 50% of women, to be exact. Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when your pelvic organs slide or bulge into the vaginal canal due to weakened pelvic muscles. While this condition isn’t necessarily dangerous or life-threatening, it can certainly cause pain and discomfort.

Luckily, pelvic organ prolapse can be resolved with treatment. In this blog, our team at Endometriosis Treatment Center of America (ETCOA) discusses pelvic organ prolapse symptoms and treatment options, so you can find the relief you deserve. 

What Are the Symptoms of Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

At ETCOA, we believe you know your body best and take your concerns seriously. If you notice anything unusual, don’t hesitate to write it down and schedule a consultation. Some common symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse include:

• Discomfort or pain during sex
• Discomfort in the vagina
• Difficulty when urinating
• Needing to urinate more than usual
• Feeling like your bladder is not empty right after urinating
• A bulge or heaviness in your lower tummy
• A lump or bulge coming out of the vagina

While discussing your symptoms may feel uncomfortable or awkward, our team at ETCOA is ready to help and strives to listen attentively to your concerns. With proper treatment, you can find relief from pelvic organ prolapse. Keep on reading to learn about our treatment options at ETCOA. 

What Are the Causes of Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

There are numerous causes of pelvic organ prolapse, but most involve weakened pelvic floor muscles. While these causes aren’t always avoidable, it’s beneficial to understand what may be causing your symptoms and what to avoid in the future. 

Some common causes of pelvic organ prolapse include:

• Natural aging
• Vaginal childbirth
• Obesity
• Long-term pressure in the abdomen (constipation, frequent heavy lifting, etc.)
• Family history
• Collagen irregularities

What Is the Treatment For Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

We’ll recommend a specific treatment depending on your symptoms and the type of pelvic organ prolapse you’re suffering from. Each treatment is designed to relieve your symptoms and restore proper placement. It’s important to note that we’ll only recommend surgery after other methods haven’t been effective. 

Our treatment options include:

• Pelvic floor exercises: Effective at-home techniques you can do to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles.
• Vaginal pessary: A removable silicone device that can hold a sagging organ in place.
• Colporrhaphy: A minimally invasive surgical procedure that aims to repair the vaginal wall.
• Sacrocolpopexy: Surgical procedure in which the organs are lifted back into place and secured with a surgical mesh.
• Enterocele repair: Surgical procedure to repair stretched or damaged tissue that’s causing the prolapse.

Most often, pelvic organ prolapse will not solve itself naturally. So, if you notice any symptoms, we recommend you seek treatment. In the meantime, we recommend you avoid consuming fibrous foods, lifting heavy items, and over-exerting your pelvis. 

Find the Relief You Deserve in Michigan & Beyond

If you’re experiencing any symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, don’t hesitate to seek treatment! At ETCOA, we offer various treatments for pelvic organ prolapse so that you can live your life to the fullest. Our team of compassionate experts will meet you where you’re at in your journey and provide you with a solution to meet your needs. 

Do You Have Pelvic Organ Prolapse? Call Us Today!

The Endometriosis Treatment Center of America is dedicated to helping you find the relief you deserve. We serve residents nationwide, but our office locations are in Lake Orion & Birmingham, MI. With years of experience, we offer treatment for numerous conditions like pelvic organ prolapse, endometriosis, and more. Call us at (248) 609-6040 or contact us online to schedule an appointment!