How do you know if you have a cystocele?
How is a cystocele diagnosed?
- Cystourethrogram (also called a voiding cystogram). This is an X-ray of the bladder taken while the woman is urinating and with the bladder and urethra filled with contrast dye. It shows the shape of the bladder and any blockages.
- MRI can be used to determine the extent of bladder prolapse.
What does cystocele pain feel like?
Feeling of fullness, heaviness, or pain in the pelvic area or lower back. This feeling may get worse when the person is standing, lifting, coughing, or as the day goes on. The bladder bulging into or out of the vagina. Painful sex.
How do I know if I have cystocele or Rectocele?
A cystocele is when part of the bladder wall bulges into the vagina. The bulge happens through a defect in the wall between the bladder and vagina. A rectocele is when part of the wall of the rectum bulges into the vagina. The bulge happens through a defect in the wall between the rectum and vagina.
Can a cystocele heal itself?
When to Seek Medical Care for a Prolapsed Bladder Prolapsed organs cannot heal themselves, and most worsen over time.
Is Cystocele a cause of urinary tract infections?
Defects at any of these levels, and usually a combination of two or all three of them, result in typical anterior compartment prolapse (cystocele), which may predispose to UTIs.
How painful is cystocele surgery?
You may experience discomfort in the vagina for 1-2 weeks following the surgery. The physician may place a medicated vaginal packing in the vagina overnight. The catheter stays for 2-6 days to give the bladder more time to function normally. You may notice bloody discharge and/or odor from the vagina for 1-2 weeks.
How painful is Cystocele surgery?
How long is hospital stay after prolapse surgery?
You’ll usually need to stay in hospital overnight or for a few days. Most women can go home once their bladder is emptying well. In rare cases, you may need a catheter for a week or so. You’ll still be able to go home, but you’ll need to come back in a week or two to have the catheter removed.
What is the best treatment for cystocele?
Treatment of Cystocele. The treatment of the disorder is based on its severity. For mild cases without symptoms, the treatment may involve certain self care exercises and physiotherapy. In moderate cases, the use of a pessary is recommended. It is a device which when placed in the vagina holds the bladder in place.
How is a cystocele diagnosed?
A cystocele (prolapsed bladder) is diagnosed after a doctor takes a medical history to elicit prolapse-associated symptoms and does a pelvic examination. To diagnose a cystocele (prolapsed bladder), your healthcare provider will ask about your medical history and give you a physical exam.
Can rectal prolapse heal itself?
Rectal prolapse rarely improves on its own, especially when severe. It is typically recurrent and surgery is usually required to tack the bowel up so that it does not slip through the pelvic floor. Risks are low when one is in good health and the surgeon is experienced.
How to reduce your rectal prolapse?
How to Reduce the Risk of Rectal Prolapse Worsening Do your rectal prolapse exercises daily and gradually progress your exercises when you can Practice good bowel habits using the correct technique for bowel emptying and never strain with bowel movements Choose supported positions wherever possible (for example sitting is more supportive than standing)