Can your uterus fall out when you are older
Hey, there’s a real condition behind the phrase “uterus falling out”, but that phrase can be misleading 💛
Rather than falling out completely, one or more pelvic organs can sometimes slip down from their normal position and bulge into the vagina.
This is called pelvic organ prolapse, and it can involve the bladder or rectum, or less commonly the uterus.
Several things can increase the risk ✨
👉 Pregnancy and childbirth can increase the risk.
👉 Getting older can increase the risk.
👉 Being overweight or obese can increase the risk.
👉 A long-term cough or constipation can increase the risk.
👉 Repeated heavy lifting can increase the risk.
👉 Having a family history of prolapse or previous pelvic surgery can increase the risk.
Hope this clears things up 🌸
How we answered this question:
luna's team of experts comprises GPs, Dermatologists, Safeguarding Leads and Junior Doctors as well as Medical Students with specialised interests in paediatric care, mental health and gynaecology. Questions are answered and reviewed by this team.
Sources:
NHS "Pelvic organ prolapse"
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pelvic-organ-prolapse/
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