The healthcare provider will perform a pelvic examination to determine if the uterus has lowered from its normal position. During a pelvic exam, the healthcare provider inserts a speculum (an instrument that lets the provider see inside the vagina) and examines the vagina and uterus. Your provider will feel for any bulges caused by the uterus dropping down into the vaginal canal.
Treatment:
There are surgical and non-surgical options for treating uterine prolapse. Your healthcare provider will pick your treatment path based on the severity of your prolapse, your general health, age and whether or not you want children in the future. Treatment is generally effective for most women. Treatment options can include:
Non-surgical options:
Exercise: Special exercises, called Kegel exercises, can help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. This may be the only treatment needed in mild cases of uterine prolapse.
Vaginal pessary: A pessary is a rubber or plastic doughnut-shaped device that fits around or under the lower part of the uterus (cervix).
Surgical options:
Hysterectomy and prolapse repair: Uterine prolapse may be treated by removing the uterus in a surgical procedure called a hysterectomy.
Prolapse repair without hysterectomy: This procedure involves putting the uterus back into its normal position.
Courtesy: Cleveland Clinic
