The slipping out of the uterus from the womb or child-bearing organ into the vagina is referred to as a prolapsed of uterus.The reason behind Uterine Prolapse is weakened muscles and ligaments that keep the uterus in place. The muscles get weakened because of various reasons. It could be after vaginal delivery, after menopause, because of heavy weightlifting, obesity, chronic cough, chronic constipation or pelvic tumors. All these factors result in the uterus getting displaced from the normal position, leading to prolapse.
The condition is graded by its severity,determined by how far the uterus has descended:
Mild uterine prolapse generally doesnot cause signs or symptoms. Signs and symptoms of moderate to severe uterine prolapse include:
Uterine prolapse results from the weakening of pelvic muscles and supportive tissues. Causes of weakened pelvic muscles and tissues include:
Factors that can increase our risk of uterine prolapse include:
Uterine prolapse is often associated with prolapse of other pelvic organs.One might experience:
Severe uterine prolapse can displace part of the vaginal lining, causing it to protrude outside the body. Vaginal tissue that rubs against clothing can lead to vaginal sores (ulcers.) Rarely, the sores can become infected.
To reduce risk of uterine prolapse, try to:
Uterine Prolapse can be completely treated with the help of Homeopathy medicines.These medicine help in providing strength to the loose and weak muscular and ligament structure of the pelvis. As the muscles and ligaments regain strength, they tighten, pull back and hold the uterus at its proper place.
SEPIA
Highly effective medicine for Uterine Prolapse with constant bearing down sensation in the pelvic region.There is sensation as if the uterus is dragging in downward direction and is about to come out. Given when crossing the lower limbs may prove slightly helpful to decrease the bearing down sensation.There is vaginal discharge with itching .Best medicine for women at a menopausal age where the womb is in a relaxed condition with weak muscle support accompanied by hot flushes with excessive sweating.
LILIUM TIG
Effective medicine for prolapse of uterus who have constant urge to pass urine or stool with distended feeling in the pelvis.There is feeling of dragging sensation in the pelvis which is relief by supporting the vulva or taking rest.Useful where the muscle supporting the uterus lacks the required tonicity, resulting in a displaced (retroverted or uterus tilted backward) or a prolapsed uterus.
MUREX
Useful for prolapse of uterus where the uterus is bulky, enlarged and is pushed out of the pelvis. Very useful for bearing down feeling in the pelvis and need to tightly cross legs to prevent the bearing down sensation.Useful in decreasing the pain during periods due to a displaced uterus. Most suitable if the patient has an enhanced sexual desire.
FRAXINUS AMERICANA : Useful medicine for Uterine prolapse accompanied with fibroids or uterus tumors.There is bearing down pains which are always present in the pelvic region with enlarged uterus.