Uterine Prolapse
Uterus/womb, fallopian tubes, ovaries, the cervix and the vagina – all of these are held together in their respective positions by the muscles, tissues in the pelvis region. When these muscles become weak because of continuous stress, child birth, hereditary reasons etc, these organs tend to fall off from their place and cause the prolapse condition.
Same is the case with Uterus/womb of a woman. When the tissues around the uterus become weak and incapable of holding it in it’s place, this falls down and this falls through the vagina. Such a condition is termed as ‘Uterine Prolapse’. In severe cases, this uterus can come out (protrude) through the vaginal opening. Uterine Prolapse is a very common condition among women above the age of 50 who has a weaker pelvis region. Overweight or obese women are at higher risk of acquiring this condition.