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Re: pelvic relaxation/fallen bladder

From: j wang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 26 Nov 2001 21:03:26 -0600 (CST)


Urinary frequency is not usually a symptom of a dropping bladder. I would not have surgery unless specific bladder testing shows it might help. It could be a simple "overactive bladder" which is treated wtih medication.

At Mon, 26 Nov 2001, Kat wrote: >
>Would it be beneficial to have bladder suspension surgery in the absence
>of incontinence? Low back and pelvic pain, along with VERY frequent
>urination and a vaginal buldge are my only symptoms thus far. I do,
>however, seem to get more than my fair share of yeast and bladder
>infections. I had a hysterectomy about 18 months ago and am wondering
>why this is happening to me now!?
>
>It's more a matter of annoyance than anything else, although it would be
>nice to NOT have to use the bathroom every 30 minutes! :-) My social
>life is suffering here! And, I'm afraid if I don't fix it now it'll get
>worse with time.
>
>Any thoughts on this?
>
>Thanks!
>
>--
>Kat
>

--
James Wang, M.D
Assitant Clinical Prof.
Tufts University School of Medicine

statements are informational only and should not constitute a medical plan or treatment recommendation.




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