Supporting ligaments and other connective tissues hold the uterus in place. When these supportive tissues stretch and weaken, the uterus can move out of its original place down into …

Prolapse isn’t a serious condition, but it can cause problems if it’s left untreated or worsens. Mild cases of a prolapsed vagina can be fixed with Kegel exercises or a vaginal pessary. Surgery is …

Nov 10, 2024 · If it deteriorates enough, the bladder can prolapse, meaning it is no longer supported and descends into the vagina. This may trigger problems such as urinary difficulties, …

Apr 30, 2025 · Vaginal prolapse occurs when a woman's pelvic floor muscles, tissues and ligaments weaken and and drop out of their normal position. When this happens, the top of the …

Many women experience a feeling of pressure, heaviness, or a noticeable bulge in the vagina at some point in their lives—yet far too often, they assume it’s something they simply have to live …

Pelvic organ prolapse happens when an organ in your pelvis slips from its position and bulges into your vagina or rectum. It develops when your pelvic floor—a system of muscles, nerves, and …

When pelvic muscle, tissue and ligaments weaken, the uterus can drop down into the vaginal canal, causing uterine prolapse. Nearly one-half of all women between ages 50 and 79 have …

Pelvic prolapse is when the organs inside your pelvis (your bladder, vagina, uterus, cervix, and rectum) drop or fall—sitting lower than where they should. Even though prolapse is very …

Oct 11, 2024 · Most women don’t know an organ or organs have prolapsed until they notice a protrusion from the vaginal opening. They may feel a soft lump bulging in the vagina when …

Dec 12, 2024 · Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles and tissues supporting the pelvic organs weaken, causing one or more organs—such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum—to drop …