07/06/2025
๐ฃ June is Prolapse Awareness Month
๐ก What is va**nal prolapse?
Also known as pelvic organ prolapse, it occurs when one or more of the va**nal walls โ or the top of the va**na โ move downward. This can cause a bulging sensation or a feeling of heaviness at the va**nal entrance.
There are different types and degrees of prolapse.
๐ญ What can help?
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Pelvic floor exercises
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Lifestyle changes โ including weight management, bladder & bowel care, and appropriate exercise
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Vaginal pessaries for support
๐โโ๏ธ Ask your GP to refer you to a physiotherapist with specialist knowledge of pelvic health.
You can also find a pelvic health physio near you here:
๐ https://bit.ly/43z5NUp
๐ Learn more:
๐ https://thepogp.co.uk/patient_information/womens_health/va**nal_prolapse.aspx