Welcome to EmpowHER. Thank you for asking if there is a correlation between UTIs and bladder prolapse.
When the supportive pelvic floor muscles and tissue are stretched and/or become weak, the bladder can drop and bulge through this layer and into the vagina. This results in bladder prolapse, also called cystocele. In severe cases, the prolapsed bladder can appear at the opening of the vagina. Sometimes it can even protrude (drop) through the vaginal opening.
Frequent urinary tract infections are one symptoms of a bladder prolapse.
This article"Cystocele: Bladder Prolapsed or Fallen Bladder" provides a more indepth look at the condition and treatment options.
https://www.empowher.com/bladder-prolapse/content/cystocele-bladder-prolapsed-or-fallen-bladder
Anonymous, confirming the diagnosis is a good first step. Prolapse can be found with a clinical history and a pelvic exam. Your physician can determine the extent of the prolapse and recommend appropriate treatment. Correcting the underlying problem can eliminate recurring UTIs.
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Hello Anonymous,
Welcome to EmpowHER. Thank you for asking if there is a correlation between UTIs and bladder prolapse.
When the supportive pelvic floor muscles and tissue are stretched and/or become weak, the bladder can drop and bulge through this layer and into the vagina. This results in bladder prolapse, also called cystocele. In severe cases, the prolapsed bladder can appear at the opening of the vagina. Sometimes it can even protrude (drop) through the vaginal opening.
Frequent urinary tract infections are one symptoms of a bladder prolapse.
This article"Cystocele: Bladder Prolapsed or Fallen Bladder" provides a more indepth look at the condition and treatment options.
https://www.empowher.com/bladder-prolapse/content/cystocele-bladder-prolapsed-or-fallen-bladder
Anonymous, confirming the diagnosis is a good first step. Prolapse can be found with a clinical history and a pelvic exam. Your physician can determine the extent of the prolapse and recommend appropriate treatment. Correcting the underlying problem can eliminate recurring UTIs.
Keep us updated,
February 9, 2016 - 9:41amMaryann
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