A dropping down, or prolapse, of the bladder can occur when the muscles, ligaments and other structures of the pelvic floor can no longer support the vagina, bladder and other organs in the pelvic area. Childbirth with vaginal deliveries, obesity,...
The most common bladder issue is urinary incontinence, also known as urine leakage, which affects nearly half of all women at some point in their lives according to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC)....
A retroverted uterus occurs in about 20 to 30 percent of women, says J. Glenn Bradley, M.D. A retroverted or tipped uterus may not lead to any symptoms in some women, but it can be problematic in others, causing painful intercourse or periods....
Family planning is the term given for pre-pregnancy planning and action to delay, prevent or actualize a pregnancy. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, family planning is a fundamental aspect of enhancing the health outcomes of women...
Bladder prolapse, or cystocele, is caused by stress on the pelvic muscles from heavy lifting, obesity, chronic coughing, menopause, pelvic surgery or multiple pregnancies, according to the American Urological Association. When the muscles and...
Controlling the bladder involves a combination of sensory signals and muscle control. Problems with either one can lead to stress incontinence. Stress incontinence is diagnosed when there is an involuntary leaking of urine during physical...
Millions of women have urinary incontinence, or involuntary loss of urine. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, compared to men, women have double the likelihood of urinary incontinence, and women...
Weakened vaginal wall muscles primarily caused by childbirth may cause a woman's bladder to prolapse, a condition medically termed a cystocele. Obesity, straining, heavy lifting or constipation can also cause this condition. MayoClinic.com reports...
When one of the body's organs protrudes out of place, it is called a hernia. But when that protrusion involves the pelvic floor, it is called a prolapse. Often causing abnormal pressure in the pelvic region, vaginal prolapse might often involve...
The dropping sensation in your abdomen after exercise is likely caused by one of two things. With women, it could be something known as uterine prolapse. In this situation, the uterus shifts from its original position, causing an almost pulling...
Loss of bladder control, also known as urinary incontinence, is an embarrassing condition that affects people of all ages. According to the Food and Drug Administration, 10 to 40 percent of women are affected, although men and children can be...
Urinary incontinence is the medical term for a loss of bladder control, and it can involve a small amount of urine leakage from the bladder or a complete loss of the ability to retain urine. Bladder control problems are more common in women than...
Short periods of regular vigorous exercise offer numerous health benefits, but running several hours each day strains joints and ligaments and can also damage your rectum. Strenuous, prolonged running weakens the smooth muscles surrounding your...
Bacterial vaginosis is the most common type of vaginal infection. The condition accounts for over 40 percent of vaginal infections among women of childbearing age, according to naturopathic physician Tori Hudson. In her book "Women's Encyclopedia...
Candidiasis is an infection caused by the fungus Candida albicans, also commonly referred to as a yeast infection. Candidiasis can effect the mouth and throat with white patches and painful cracks, usually referred to as 'thrush', and also...
Once a taboo topic, contraceptives have shaped history and the lives of women. The Dittrick Medical History Center at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio recognized the importance of contraceptives when it accepted the donation of...
Women tend to have more problems with the urinary tract than men for several reasons. The uterus puts pressure on the bladder during pregnancy and may lead to later problems, and the shorter female urethra makes infection more likely, while the...
Aging increases the risk of bladder problems. One in eight people over age 65 will experience a loss of bladder control or other problems with the bladder, according to Tiffany Sotelo, M.D., Assistant Professor of Urology at George Washington...
Leaking urine while performing your daily activities, including walking, can be a cause of embarrassment and concern. If this occurs on a regular basis, you may begin to feel trapped, as it may become difficult to go anywhere without needing a...
The urethra is a small tube that helps move urine and liquid waste through the bladder to the outside of the body. It also helps transport semen in the male ejaculatory system. Urology Health describes the urethra as beginning at the bladder and...
Bowel and urinary incontinence--the inability to fully control defecation and urination, respectively--can be the result of a variety of factors. If ignored, incontinence can affect hygiene and self-esteem and may lead to more severe health...
Bladder emptying exercises practice completely emptying your bladder when it is time to use the bathroom. Incomplete bladder emptying is also called urinary retention and occurs when the muscles that control the flow of urine are unable to direct...
A prolapsed bladder, also called a cystocele and a fallen bladder, occurs when the bladder droops into the vagina through a weakening between the bladder wall and the vagina. A prolapsed bladder may result from the exertion put on the pelvic...
A prolapsed bladder, or cystocele, occurs when a woman's bladder protrudes into or through the vagina. Varying degrees of the condition occur from the bladder slightly dropping into the vagina, to a severe condition whereby the vagina protrudes...
For those who suffer from uterine or ovarian cancer, a hysterectomy may be unavoidable. According to Dr. Michael Toaff, those patients only account for 10 percent of hysterectomies performed. In the past, female gynecological conditions like...
Bladder leakage can be triggered by sudden stress or movement, such as coughing, sneezing or lifting heavy objects. It can also be triggered by a sudden urge to go to the bathroom and not making it to the toilet in time. Some types of medications,...
Prolapsed bladder, also called cystocele or fallen bladder, is a medical condition that affects the bladder and vagina. In this condition, the muscles of the pelvic floor weaken and allow the bladder to fall from its proper position. Because...
When your uterus tips backward out of the ideal vertical position, it may cause pain during intercourse or menstruation, fertility problems, incontinence and problems using tampons. The tilted position may be the result of childbirth weakening the...
Urinary strengthening weights come in many different sizes, shapes and materials, but all may be instrumental in strengthening pelvic floor muscles. A device called a pessary is fitted and inserted into the vagina by a doctor. It can be permanent...
Incontinence is the loss of control of excretory functions. Get expert tips and advice on treating and living with incontinence in this medical video.
