QUESTION: IS IT SAFE TO HAVE SEX IF YOU HAVE A VAGINAL PROLAPSE?
Answer: Yes! A prolapse occurs when a woman’s vaginal wall weakens and collapses, causing the uterus, rectum, or bladder to fall into the vagina. However, in most cases, it is completely fine to have sex as long as the woman feels comfortable. And, having sex when you have a prolapse will not cause any harm to the bladder, rectum, or uterus, nor will it make the prolapse worse, them; Is It Safe To Have Sex With A Vaginal Prolapse?
Some women with a prolapsed organ may feel some slight discomfort during sex. Using lubricant can help, as well as ensuring your pelvic floor is completely relaxed before you begin. Trying other positions may also alleviate any pain you are experiencing too. Talk with your partner about what feels best for you.
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I had a collapsed prolapse 2 weeks ago. Am afraid to have sex. Go to doctor in 2 weeks. Husband wants sex, can I and what can I use for the pain? I am 64
I am 81 years old and have had a grade 4 prolapse for over 10 years (after having had three children). Not wanting to have any kind of surgery and after getting second and third opinions, I bought a silicone CUBE pessary, which is fantastic. I remove it every night and replace it each morning using a little vaginal water-based gel. Cube pessaries come in various sizes and mine is one of the largest. No problems at all and once it’s in place you can’t feel it. Cube pessaries have a string attached and you pop them in and out as you would a tampon. Occassionally the string may snap, in which case it has to be removed by a professional using a vaginal specula. No big deal! My gynecologist checks me every six months. Hope this helps some of you worried people out there.
Tengo 43 años desde los 40 padezco de prolapso vaginal grado 1 pero ya llevo un tiempo q no puedo tener relaciones sexuales xq me duele x decir 2 añitos así,se me escapa la orina y fui al suelo pelvico me hablaron de ejercicios pero mi desesperación es curarme rápido xq molesta mi vida diaria y sexual decidí optar por la cirugía hice bien me hablaron de una malla ,y q cortarian un poco ,voy a recuperar mi vida sexual sin dolor alguno o voy a tener consecuencias x la cirugía.
Tengo prolapso de vejiga. Ya hasta Me duele mi espalda baja y vientre bajo, Me acaban de decir q necesito cirugia..Un pesaría me ayudaría a evitar la cirugía ??
Ya fui operada del prolapso.pero como soy una mujer que desde los 31 años no tengo más la menstruación.hot tengo 59 años y hace 6 años padezco de eso.fui operada hace 1 año y 6 meses pero.. ahora tengo todo caído la parte de la vejiga.y tengo un pólipo arriba de la vejiga me hicieron una biopsia.pero yo vivo con dolor bajo vientre!! La verdad me entristece mucho no puedo hacer una vida normal!!
Hola, quisiera hacerme una evaluación para colocar un pesario . Mi prolapso ya casi no me deja caminar y tengo infecciones urinarias recurrentes . Tengo 76 años y mi condición cardiaca desaconseja operación .donde puedo acudir?
Any recommendations for a good cream for bladder prolapse and does sex make it worse any recommendations appreciated
What is the best cream options for a prolapsed bladder and does sex make it worse all information appreciated
Tengo prolapso antes me di cuenta y hacías ejercicios pero con mi tercer y obesidad siento q a caído más, ya siento q sobresale además siento una pekeña protuberancia en el cuello
I have a stage 3 prolapse of the uterus. I tried a pessary, not working for me. Not to say there was not much choice of pessaries at the Hospital. Still the next day it had to be removed. I saw a specialist for surgery to remove my uterus and I was told that this could bring another surgery and more complications to my vagina. I really don’t know what to do at this point. As far as being sexual active it’s not possible for me. My uterus is totally in the way (3rd stage prolapse). It’s also very hard for me to believe a Clinic can do something at this point for a 3rd stage prolapse. Can you please give me an answer as to what to do.
I just found out that my vaginal wall is collapsing, the last time I had sex it was very painful! Is there anything I can do to help with the pain?
What made this happen? I’ve never had a child and I had a hysterectomy at age of 28! Plz help!
Hola tengo un prolapso vaginal ase 15 meses que nació mi segundo hijo y estoy programada para cirugía de retiro de matriz pero solo tengo 40 años
Tengo un pesario tengo 73 años y estoy teniendo sangrado vaaginal con dolor es eso normal
What is the cause of a prolaps, is it a dangerous situation and can it be cured?. Your answers will be greatly appreciated.
I have a pessary, and that really helps the whole situation.
Just found out I have a prolapse uterus
and sex is very painful. Has anyone dealing with this found anything that helps???
I have a prolapsed bladder long after pregnancy I got mine about 68. I am 72 now I am ready for something to be done. I don’t even like the feel of it when it falls down when my hand touches it I am going into a new relationship after my divorce, and I am scared to death to tell him about this, what to do?
I had a uterus prolapse and it was very painful. Especially after my 3rd child. Pregnancy was fine, but a few months after birth I would have to raise my hips with pillows when she napped and sometimes.more than once a day. Had a hysterectomy and Dr said it just fell out. Now, 20 years after that my bladder is doing the same. Yes, sex is fine, but if you are physically active, as I am, it becomes painful at times. So far not as bad as the uterus was and will likely habe it tacked up soon. A prolapsed bladder can also cause uretha pain and flora bacteria.
I have a prolapse. Have had it for years. You don’t feel anything protruding. Atleast I don’t. I am 79 and still enjoy sex probably more then when I was younger. Don’t worry about it and go and enjoy
I have a 9 months old baby ,and since I gave birth I’m experiencing a vaginal prolapse,the doctor said I must do keygel excersise.im worried if this will go away ,the feeling of something bulging underneath my vagina.