Alternatives to Vaginal Mesh Surgery

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Synthetic mesh products are normally manufactured by medical product companies. These synthetic mesh products are used in a variety of procedures such as pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinency.

Is Surgery for Your Pelvic Floor Absolutely Necessary?

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Your pelvic floor is an amazing part of your body. Think of all the functions it controls – it maintains bladder and bowel continence, puts the “oomph” in orgasm, prevents pelvic organ prolapse and plays a vital role in spinal stability. Yet many women, including myself, don’t know how to improve or prevent problems, where… Read more »

Pelvic Exam Videos – Procedure and Uses

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The examination of the pelvic area is a procedure carried out for women to check and inspect the health of their reproductive organs. Medical websites offer Plevic exam videos as a part of their online content. This is useful for the practitioner, medical students as well as patients.

Ovarian Cysts and Weight Gain

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Ovarian cysts can be linked to weight gain for a number of reasons. The symptoms they cause will include, weight gain, irregular periods, pressure in the lower abdomen/pelvic area, and more.

Preparing Yourself for a Pelvic Exam

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A pelvic exam is a procedure where in the female pelvic area – including the genitals and the anus – are examined. This may be a part of a routine medical check-up or it may be carried out to deduce abnormalities. The procedure is important and most medical professionals advise a sexually active girl or… Read more »

Fibroid Pain – Diagnosis

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Fibroid pain can be tricky to diagnose. With fibroids you may experience pelvic pain, discomfort or heaviness. Fibroids may also cause lower abdominal pain, low back pain, hip pain, groin pain or pain in the upper legs. How do you make a correct diagnosis of fibroid pain?

A Woman’s Guide to Using a Pessary

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A pessary is a plastic product which fits in your vagina to aid and support your uterus (womb), vagina, bladder or rectum. The pessary is often times used for “prolapse” of the uterus. Prolapse means that your uterus droops or tends to “fall out” because it loses support after you give birth or have pelvic… Read more »

How to Identify Unsafe Abdominal Exercises After a Hysterectomy

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It is highly desirable for women to return to safe exercise after a hysterectomy. Unfortunately many women risk long-term pelvic injury when they unknowingly perform commonplace abdominal core strength exercises. These physical therapist guidelines are designed to help you identify and avoid unsafe abdominal exercises during your hysterectomy recovery and beyond.