Pelvic Organ Prolapse Directory
Pelvic organ prolapse refers to the drooping or prolapse of pelvic organs, including the bladder, uterus, vagina, small bowel, and rectum. It occurs when the muscles and tissues supporting the organs weaken, sometimes as a result of aging, pregnancy and childbirth, obesity, and chronic cough. Symptoms can include painful intercourse, lower backache, urinary leaking, a chronic urge to urinate, constipation, and hysterectomy. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about pelvic organ prolapse, including its causes, symptoms, treatment, and much more.
Medical Reference
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An Overview of Urge Incontinence
Learn more about urge incontinence from the experts at WebMD.
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How Do I Know If I Have Pelvic Organ Prolapse?
Do you think you may have pelvic organ prolapse? Learn more about the different tests doctors use to diagnose the condition.
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Uterine Prolapse: Stages, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Surgery
Learn more from WebMD about the causes and treatments of a prolapsed uterus, a condition in which the pelvic ligaments, muscles and tissues that support the uterus weaken.
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What Are the Symptoms of Pelvic Organ Prolapse?
You feel a strange heaviness in your vagina -- almost like something’s falling out. Could this be a sign of pelvic organ prolapse (POP)? Maybe. This article outlines the symptoms of this common condition.
Features
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Nighttime Incontinence (OAB): Tips for Restful Sleep
An overactive bladder doesn’t have to interrupt sleep and sex. Tips for controlling urinary incontinence in bed.
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Preventing Urine Leaking and Loss of Bladder Control
WebMD talks about how to handle a urinary accident at home or in public and how to prevent bladder leaking problems.
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8 Ways to Tame Bladder Control Problems
As many as 33 million people may have bladder control problems.
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Urinary Incontinence in Women: Tips to Help You Manage It
You don't have to just live with urinary incontinence; simple changes like these can help you take control.