WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for November, 2000: Re: pessary and urination...

Re: pessary and urination...

From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Tue, 7 Nov 2000 09:50:06 -0600 (CST)

Messages sorted by: [ date ][ thread ][ subject ][ author ]
Next message: anonymous@obgyn.net: "Re: Custom birth control pill with real progesterone?"
Previous message: anonymous@obgyn.net: "Re: Local Anasthesia in early pregnancy"
In reply to: Alex: "Local Anasthesia in early pregnancy"

At Tue, 7 Nov 2000, Cindy wrote: >
>Hello,
>
>I am sorry for having so many questions concerning my pessary and prolapse.
>
>I got my Risser 3 around Oct 13th. I did very well with it for about 2 weeks. As I got closer to starting my period I began to have problems. One night it took me 10 tries to get the Risser back in ( I was told to take it out after intercourse or 1x every 2 weeks) and I was never successful. I did get it back in but have had problems with urination. I just cannot sit down and pee anymore. I have to wiggle around and lean forward as much as possible in order to do this. I have also noticed that I am not emptying my bladder each time. I think I need a bigger size ( I am having trouble with it popping out during my period) pessary but am concerned that if I can't pee very well with the size 3 that a size 4 will make matters worse.
>
>I do have cystocele and rectocele. Is the pessary putting direct pressure on the bladder? I'm told I will get used to the pessary but I am in my 4th week. How long does it take? What are my options? Do others with pessaries have similar problems?
>
>Thanks.
>
>--
>Cindy
>

The pessary IS putting direct pressure on the bladder neck, but if you are not used to it after 4 weeks, it is unlikely that things are going to get better. Your doctor will have to tell you about your further options.

-- William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

This is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for consultation with, and examination by, a qualified medical professional.

Due to time and energy constraints, I will be unable to answer any personal e-mails. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

Next message: anonymous@obgyn.net: "Re: Custom birth control pill with real progesterone?"
Previous message: anonymous@obgyn.net: "Re: Local Anasthesia in early pregnancy"
In reply to: Alex: "Local Anasthesia in early pregnancy"

use when must restrict search to only the women's health forum...
Enter search keywords:
	Returns per screen: Require all keywords: