prolapse Flashcards

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prevention of prolapse

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pelvic floor exercises and weight mangement

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mild and moderate prolapse

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regular sessions with a pelvic floor therapist can help in most cases
may require surgery, try pessary first

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POP-Q system

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stage 1: the wall or organ drops into the upper part of the vagina
stage 2: the wall or organ drops into the lower part of the vagina
stage 3: the wall or organ protrudes from the vaginal opening
stage 4: the wall or organ slips entirely out of the vagina

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surgery for severe prolapse

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my use dissolveable or permanent stitches to reinforce connective tissues in the pelvis to better support the vagina

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lifestyle advise

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add fibre to diet
avoid straining on the toilet
use your hand to support the prolapse
use a pelvic floor therapist

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symptoms of lichen planus

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lacy, white lesions on the vaginal opening
reddish brown patches on the inner part of the vulva
painful, burning sores on the vagina
red, rw skin
scarrning
sides of the vagina sticking together

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