Prolapsed uterus treatment includes pelvic floor exercises, lifestyle changes, vaginal pessary, hormone treatment, and vaginal surgery.
Treatment for a uterine prolapse will depend on the extent of your uterine prolapse, your health and if you are planning for a future pregnancy.
A uterine prolapse is when your uterus drops down into or towards your vagina.
A prolapsed uterus is caused by weakening pelvic floor muscles and ligaments that are no longer able to support your uterus.
There are several factors that can contribute to your pelvic muscles to be less supportive. These include:
If you have a mild prolapsed uterus you may not have any symptoms.
You may have symptoms if you have moderate to severe uterine prolapse including:
Symptoms may worsen during the day if you stand or walk for long periods of time as gravity places extra pressure on your pelvic muscles.
Prolapsed uterus treatment options will be discussed after a pelvic examination and a diagnosis is made.
Recommended uterine prolapse treatment is based on the severity of your uterine prolapse and symptoms, your health and age, and if you are planning to have children in the future.
Treatment for uterine prolapse includes:
Surgery may be needed in some cases. There are several types of prolapse surgery that include:
The cost of a prolapsed uterus procedure will depend on your recommended treatment and your Ramsay hospital of choice.
Our guide package price for surgical repair with stitches (colporrhaphy) is £xx.
Our guide package price for hysterectomy surgery is £xx.
These are guide package prices that estimate the costs of your surgery. You will receive a formal quotation price following your consultation with one of our expert surgeons. This formal quote for your prolapsed uterus treatment will be valid for 60 days and includes unlimited aftercare.
We have a number of finance options if you are paying for your prolapsed uterus treatment yourself. These include:
Prolapsed uterus treatment surgery is covered by most medical insurance policies. A physiotherapist-guided pelvic floor strengthening program may be covered by your medical insurance. We advise you to check with your insurance provider and obtain their written authorisation before starting your treatment.
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