In women of reproductive age, the omission and prolapse of the uterus causes a violation of the childbearing function, a decrease in working capacity, and a sexual function.
Classification of prolapse of the uterus
There are 3 degrees of loss:
- omission of the uterus ;
- incomplete loss of the uterus;
- complete prolapse of the uterus.
Omission of the uterus - the position of the organ, in which the uterus is located below the interspinal line, but does not go beyond the limits of the sexual slit.
Incomplete prolapse of the uterus - the position of the uterus, in which her neck is in the small pelvis, and the body within the sexual fissure.
Complete prolapse of the uterus is the position of the organ when the entire uterus leaves the genital cleft together with the walls of the vagina.
It is also common to distinguish between the omission and prolapse of the uterus:
- in women giving birth;
- in nulliparous women;
- in old age.
Causes of uterine prolapse
In women giving birth:
- presence of three or more kinds in the anamnesis;
- weakness of labor activity;
- a large fruit;
- ruptures of the perineum during labor .
In nulliparous women:
- infantilism;
- a small angle of inclination of the pelvis;
- the excessive size of the Douglas space.
In the elderly:
- constipation;
- heavy physical work in history;
- weakness of the pelvic floor muscles.
What is dangerous for the loss of the uterus?
The prolapse of the uterus disrupts the regional circulation in the small pelvis, which leads to a violation of secretory, menstrual function. The prolapse of the uterus leads to infection of the urogenital tract, a violation of sexual, reproductive function.
Treatment for uterine prolapse
It is recommended special gymnastics with the loss of the uterus to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor and abdominal wall.
Exercises for the loss of the uterus:
- lifting of the pelvis with the divorced and bent knees;
- walking with half-squatting;
- lifting legs to the body at right angles.
LFK in uterine prolapse is effective in the initial stage of the disease or in combination with surgical treatment.
Bandage or supporting panties in case of uterine prolapse is recommended to be worn with an overstretched anterior
Vaginal tampons with uterine prolapse are used as an additional method of conservative therapy, but their long-term use may be the cause of overgrowing of the vaginal walls.
Sex with the prolapse of the uterus
Harm of sexual relations during falling out depends on its stage and individual pain sensations of a woman. It is recommended to refrain from sex during the period of the disease.
Prevention of prolapse of the uterus
- balanced diet;
- moderate exercise;
- elimination of excessive physical activity.