I’m stage 2 but gyn scheduled me for surgery. I can touch my bladder and I have to splint to poop. I also have to have another to tighten vagina and possible take part of cervix they left at hysterectomy and then lap to see if I have endometriosis again , uterus was removed 2017 and they see it on ct scan dr thinks it’s endo
Years ago a gyn surgeon warned against mesh surgery. ( I have grade 3 cystocele.) I tried several pessaries that weren't very effective. Finally sent to specialist who prescibed a ring pessary with a knob. Thank goodness, it works well. Fairly easy to remove (with removal tool), clean and reinsert. I am pain-free and can go about my daily life with no prolapse. This has made life much easier. (I am 77.)
My wife is 65. She had her hysterectomy done 35 years ago. Now she has vault prolapse with cystocele. The surgeon has recommended sacrocolpopexy with mesh. How are you now three years after surgery?
My mom is going through the surgery today as we speak she's in her late sixties and has a lot of medical problems I'm very worried for her but I'm putting my trust in God thank you for your video have a blessed day
@@kathyhasty5519 thank you so much for the well wishes he's doing okay the worst part is he doesn't have money to get her pain medication she's in a lot of pain from it they use the laser on seven different areas they only gave her enough pain meds for one day I feel so bad for her I'm trying to do everything to get the money up now to get her script
Hopefully she isn’t sensitive to foreign material because the mesh can cause autoimmune conditions which could destroy her quality of life. Look online at all the mesh lawsuits.
Your video has helped me so much! I was just told today, by my gynocologist, that I need to have bladder prolapse surgery. I was scared, but after watching your video, I feel so much better! I have a severe, stage 4 prolapse, and I am being sent to a urogynocologist for the surgery. I now feel ready to ask the right questions, thanks to you!!!
My mom had the bladder prolapse surgery at 75 yrs. old. She did great. In and out in a day, little soreness. On oxycodone for 3 days tge 325 mil grams of Tylenol and in 4 days feeling great
Can you please give guidance do and don't after surgery as I m planning for my surgery suggested by my doctor... Bt m scared about it's reoccurence.....
I’m so glad I came across your video. Last year in Oct 2020 I had a partial hysterectomy due to uterine prolapse and endometriosis, months later I noticed a bulge and it was my bladder. Just 4 days ago I had the exact surgery you underwent, I’m currently recovering and now feel so much better that I’ve made the right choice. Thank you for sharing your experience
I am glad you have relief and pray that it works in the long run for you ❤ I just wish more women would have opened up about what a hysterectomy can cause as far as prolapse
Oh god so happy it helped you I had my surgery on Nov 16.23 Friday I’m 4days past surgery I kind of wish I knew about trying some natural ways to help me with that bump at the entrance of my V doctor said I was between a 2-3 and she recommended surgery a mesh thing.. how are you doing now? ? See I don’t know if I want 1 more kid and I did the surgery but I’m 39 times like ticking and single lol.
Thank you for the information. I am trying to make this decision right now. I am 69 and feel like I have been very lucky to have gone this long without having any problems. I really appreciate your candor. I found an excellent Gyno/Urolog. My biggest concern was the totally hysterectomy, but the more I read it is the best thing to do. I will read you Guide!
I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there and sharing your story. I came across your video when doing research. My surgery was scheduled with my longtime GYN. I too loved with mine prolapse for 8 years and had the very same issues as you minus the endometriosis’. I asked for a referral to a UROGyno. I’m so happy I did. He gave me lots more information and I felt so much better about having the surgery. I had the UROGyno do my surgery and I have 12 days post surgery. I can poop and pee so much better! TMI , I know, but sooo life changing for me. Thank you again
How are you doing now? I’m thinking of getting the surgery. I just want to know like all of the pros and cons of getting the surgery specifically from someone that has actually experienced it. Does it make the vagina area feel tighter like back to normal before all of this happened?? Does it take away the heaviness feeling? Does you vagina look different or back to normal? Do you see the bulge or did it mess your vagina up by them tampering with it? Sorry I just feel like nobody talks about that stuff and I NEED to know ALL the info! Lol. Tmi but hope you get it since you have experienced the same thing. I’m 28 and had the vacuum assist birth and very very quick birth. Had a tear. They didn’t even allow me to try to push the baby out. They basically just ripped her out to be honest. Like my body was forced into labor bc they wanted to do a balloon. Insisted that I did it actually. Anyway, I feel all of that is why I have the prolapse now. Just want details on what it looks, feels like afterwards- and of course if you would do it all over again? Thanks!
Mine went well, wish I did it long time ago. Get the surgery. Women don't talk about this. You can get it fix. I'm 73, had surgery end of May. Doing great!
@@donnawhiteturkey7240 Thank you for the feedback that it went well. I am so nervous to get mine done. Everything is falling out of me and I am stressing over it! I am scheduled for next month.
I just came across your video, two days after the same surgery you had, for the same exact reasons. It was so affirming to hear your story and it validated my feelings and the decision I made. I watched your after surgery video as well. Thank you for your openness and willingness to share and educate. I plan to share your video information with my urogynycologist when I see her in two weeks. 🙏🏻
Had a similar surgery 2 weeks ago, your video was informative and I wish I would’ve done more research on what the exact procedures meant. Taking it easy has been tough and constipation is a reality and increased pain. No one seems to understand the depth of the pain when there are several surgeries done at the same time. I feel my surgeon was thorough and hope it lasts decades
Do you eat a variety of foods that help combat constipation? I do not want to diminish your experience by saying “oh just eat this…” but I am wondering if you consider your foods carefully. I do. I have to choose the right combo of foods everyday to ensure my body eliminates properly so that I don’t have all that pressure. Also, I am a fan of probiotics and exercise to help with easier digestion too. I’ve had to make a lot of lifestyle changes but I finally feel like a have more control over my life and feel more free of this condition ❤
Hi I had my surgery on Nov 16.23 just on Friday how are you? I just msg my doctor saying I’m watching this and she said for me to not watch stuff online. How are you?
Thank you for sharing. I am 75 doing this, but my life is very isolating and I want to do things like walk with groups and not have to stop the group looking for a bathroom. Unless they are an older group in the late 60s or 70s, a younger group of women say 40 don't really understand. I was told 20% relapse again, that gives me 80% it will be okay.
Grace Did you have your surgery for Cystocele? I'm 73 & may possibly end up having this surgery . But it scares me. Hope you recovered & please let me know how it went. Thank You!
Thank you for this! I had a hysterectomy a couple of years ago and now have the vault and bladder prolapse. I'm having surgery in a few weeks and am happy to hear the you're pleased with your results!
How are you doing now. Everything still going well? Having the same exact surgery coming up. I’m so happy you had a good outcome. It gives me hope! Thanks
I truly appreciated your video and your sincerity came through . I just visited my Urogynecology and he wants to do the reconstructive surgery except he want to just use sutures and no mesh. I have the trifecta prolapse, bladder, rectocele, and uterus falling out. He also wat to do a hysterectomy. Do you have reference to using sutures only for this surgery? If anyone else has done that with sutures love to hear from you..
I had mesh surgery at age 60 12 years ago. It was transvaginal mesh and it was the beginning of hell. Within 3 months the surgery failed and I had terrible pain in my low back and down both legs. I went to 3 urogynocologists ALL argued it had nothing to do with my surgery, even though I knew it was. Then I went to 5 other specialists. Each one had their own bias "it is spinal stenous", "it is brain damage from a car accident from 50 years ago', "it is ankalosing spondylis" --- BUT I JUST KNEW!!! After 10 years of agony....I finally got fitted for a pessary. I walked into the office with my cane barely able to walk because of my pain, and sciatic in my low back, hip, knee and down to my toes. As soon as the pessary was put it, ALL my sciatic pain lest and 50% of my other leg pain left. PESSARIES WORK...don't get sold on surgery!!!!!!
I think it depends on the needs of the patient. I have heard so many great things about pessary and they should always be tried before surgery. For me, when I tried a pessary it hurt more and didn't help to hold up anything. Instead it fell behind the uterine prolapse making it far worse. But I also have stage 4 prolapse at 15 years old. So doctors doubted it would work but tried it anyways because my life is hell with my prolapse. But glad we tried it beforehand to make sure
@@sweetberries683 do you feel it is helpful? Or does it feel like pressure has been lifted? Also how old are you, if you don't mind me asking? And is the mesh causing any irriation right now?
Thank you for sharing. Your videos so far have helped me so much in this process. I have been struggling and trying to manage this for 6 years. My surgery is scheduled for July with my urogynocologist, so this video is perfect timing. So much info online is terrifying, thank you for being so optimistic and informative 💗
I would love to learn more about how you decided sacrocopoplexy vs native tissue. That is the decision I need to make for my prolapse and upcoming hysterectomy, and I’m paralyzed to make that decision
My dr wants to also do a hysterectomy also with this surgery. Did you notice any change in your stomach appearance after the surgery? I had read somewhere where this may be an issue. It’s a vain question I know but just curious. Also why after the surgery did you question doing it at times? Thanks so much for the info- I am scared of the surgery and you made me feel better!
Exactly! I don’t want to live like this anymore! I’m scheduled for a complete hysterectomy with vaginal correction(?) for prolapses this month. I’m 59 so menopause isn’t an issue and to be honest I’m looking forward to a rejuvenated me. But I opted out of the mesh. I hope I didn’t make a mistake 😩
@@keeliekalayidol8876 the hysterectomy itself was not a big deal. The reconstruction of the anterior and posterior vaginal walls was more to recover from. Two months ago I started a rejuvenation laser therapy that helps with dryness and further tightens and strengthens the walls and as a nice side effect it stops bladder leakage, which was my main complaint.
@@elemis2826 Happy that you're doing ok. Thanks for your reply. I've been struggling through this alone (have a gyno but no females really to talk with) and try not to overwhelm myself with videos. It's been tough. But the prolapse has been the worse since going through perimenopause.....about 4 months w/out periods now. Grateful for that because I have a fibroid tumor in an awkward area. Changed my diet completely and within 7 mos or so lost nearly 40 lbs and began a quicker path toward menopause. BUT now the prolapse 😟 Just started kegels as an actual routine a few days ago. I know it takes time. But scared of a possible hysterectomy and reconstructive things simultaneously. My youngest has multiple mental illnesses and can't literally be without me and I have no idea how long until I'd be back home. Did you ever try the "pessary" thing or kegel weights/tools, if so are they even worth a try in your opinion? Sorry if a bother, I don't want you to feel like you have to reply. But I appreciate your kindness. Hoping for the best for you 🌺
@@keeliekalayidol8876 no bother at all! I tried kegals, but I just couldn’t get the result I needed to feel good about my anatomy. Maybe I was too far gone. I was told at a very young age that my uterus was tipped. I didn’t even know what that meant. I asked my dr how women used to deal with it, because as I’ve went through this journey I’ve realized how not alone I am. She told me they just let it all hang out. 🥺 I will say that you will need some help for a couple weeks especially if your child needs special care. You already know that healing processes better when you can rest and be relaxed. You wouldn’t want to do anything that can mess up the work you endured. The pain isn’t unbearable but having bowel movements is a challenge. Now, I need to go through your videos and find inspiration to lose 30-40 pounds. 💕 PS - one plus of having surgery is that you don’t have to worry about associated cancers. And by the way I did not have the mesh.
@@elemis2826 Me too! I also have a tilted uterus. I've never known anyone else personally with it 🤗 I do feel a little better with your correspondence. Thank you 💗 Oh! As for weight loss I felt miserable at first because I went strictly to pistachios, peanuts, cauliflower & broccoli both raw and steamed, teriyaki noodles, mushrooms, baked potatoes with no butter just salt and pepper, etc. I add organic garlic to any and everything possible most of the time. Even garlic powder at times. I even purposefully eat baby carrots to keep my estrogen low and somewhat balanced to help a healthy perimenopause and in about 8 months have shrunk my fibroid tumor 2 cm. I went as organic as possible because even the spray on non organic apples have hormones. My favorite snacks are banana and or apple slices w/Jif peanut butter. I don't measure. I only eat pasta maybe once a month and it's strictly Barilla protein pasta now. I quit consuming dairy EXCEPT I do have some pizza a couple times a month and maybe a dab of sour cream with 1 baked potato once or twice a month but the rest of the potatoes salt & pepper & garlic powder, maybe crushed red peppers. I eat a hard boiled egg a few times a month and my favorite treat is an iced, Annihilator with white chocolate at Dutch Bros (sometimes with Almond milk instead of their 1/2 & 1/2). Black olives straight from the can or with black bean burritos a few times a month......I found that honey graham crackers smeared with Jif tastes IDENTICAL to Nutter Butter cookies 😉 Because of the fibroid tumor (and previous heavybleeds) I would do gentle pilates and walk whenever possible. Sometimes shooting hoops and tennis or hitting a volleyball over & over in the air as I walked around. It took determination and tears of perseverance honestly. I'll slip and have homemade french toast with no limit or eat 3 fries from one of the kids McD's meals (which are now limited too for their sake...instead of weekly those trips are a few times a month). THANK YOU again 🤗🤘💗 You're truly awesome and much appreciated. If you need an ear I'm here.
just saw this video my prolas surg in 2 wks yes very nervous i have to have sacrospinous ligament suspension and possible anterior/posterio repair maybe the tvt.
I recommend surgery. I had mine since 2005. Had hysterectomy, 2018. Then, Dr sent me for physical therapy. Didn't fix it. Went to a OBGYN and had it fix, almost a month ago. I'm 73, and I suggest surgery. It was easy and I feel like a new woman! You don't have to live with it.
@@lindatheresa8449u need to find another doctor one who is a Uro/Gyn & has experience with doing these surgeries & can tell u with more accuracy if they can help u or not. A good doctor makes a difference in out come they tell me.
I have all 3 of these from the age of 38 . 4years later. I’ve tried all the pessarys which wouldn’t stay in they just fell out the same day. I’m Waiting for surgery and full hysterectomy I’m in to much pain it’s so frustrating and surgery scares me. Great video .
Currently 41. Had prolapse uterus, had that removed last yr, now prolapsed bladder, I can see and touch my bladder. Next month I’m scheduled to fix that with sling. I’m worried what will happen next!!!
I wish I would have known about urogynecologists. We don’t have any here. I travel now. First hysterectomy failed. Now complete PoP and descent. I’m in good hands now. Can’t live like this anymore. He didn’t do any suspension. Thank you. I needed to hear this about mesh. I need it because I have hEDS. Found that out after hysterectomy. Thank you Thank you. I really needed this.
@@harrynelson4522 yes I did last August. Most of it is ok. I still have rectocele and some other issues that are kinda nightmarish but it is what it is. I also have Ehlers Danlos syndrome
Love your video. Thank you so much. I just wanted to ask you if you had tried to use a pessary. prier to surgery. I am 63 and have the same exact thing you had. Been dealing with it for years as it has gotten so much worse and interfering with my life. I have been so depressed about it. Want to have the surgery. Trying the pessary but it’s just not working good for me. Would love to hear from you . Thanks
I'm 2 weeks after surgery, hopeful for good results! What kind of exercise is the best to do after? I'm sure my F45 and Orange theory are gone. Haha. But I can't wait to go back to fitness again but I'm scarred
What does the flaxseed do for it? I’ve been on HRT mine still got bad still no surgery yet due to torn rotator cuff omg that’s horrible I guess you try and live with it or you get surgery I do have a great surgeon it’s just scary 😱 thank you I’m grade 3 so it is what it is!!
Thank you so much for this video! I already had a surgery for bladder prolapse and I’m still dealing with the same issue. I saw another urogynecologist and she advised that I would benefit from having a midurethral sling using mesh. I understand that using native tissue isn’t as effective. However, I would like to find a urogynecologist that does the surgery with native tissue. I have not been able to find one where I live in Florida. Would you be able to know where I can find a urogynecologist that does perform these surgeries without mesh? Thank you so much!!!
Thank you for sharing! I had prolapse surgery 8 months ago… rebuilt front wall, back wall, ‘tabletop’ . My doctor was astonished at my quick recovery. This week I suddenly have cystocele stage 3 almost 4. Dr unavailable for six weeks. Wondering do I choose a pessary for myself in the wait time? Highly uncomfortable and feels abraded.
Thank you for this video. I found it very helpful. Just found out today that my prolapse has worsened since I was last examined over 1.5 years ago. I've lived with cystocele and rectocele since a traumatic birth 4 years ago. The consultant confirmed my worst fears that I have a uterine prolapse too. I've tried everything to manage things conservatively so far but consultant suggesting surgery now. I'm terrified at the prospect so watching your video tonight was very timely for me. Its really helped! I've decided I will continue to hold off surgery for as long as I can but being nearly 41 years old I also am taking into account your comment re deciding to have your surgery as a younger woman before menopause.
Your videos have helped me so much. I am needing the same procedures as you are. I feel at peace about the decision. Still worried about the process, but we are going on it.
I just had my surgery on Friday Nov 16.23 I just hated peeing so much lol and walking my dog for a hour or 2 of wanting to pee it’s scary I’m recovering from it atm. Hope your well!
I am trying to decide whether or not to have the same procedure as I, too, have global stage III prolapse. My concern is what will happen to our sex life?? Right now even with the POP our sex life is great…I don’t want to lose any sensation and I DEFINITELY don’t want to deal with pain…
I am scheduled for a Rectocele Repair in 7 days and for the first time am very anxious. I have had multiple surgeries but this time more anxious than ever. I had no idea I had a rectocele, just thought it was my chronic constipation. Wish me luck
Hi may I ask how your surgery went?? I have this same thing and am getting ready to consult with a surgeon. I’m looking for some real life experiences. Looking hopefully for success stories! Thank you!!!
@@jenniferstiles6353 Hi Jennifer, wondering if you have had surgery ? Mine is scheduled Oct 16, 24 if you want to chat. This will be my 2nd surgery, uterine prolapse with repair done 30 yrs ago!
Thank you mine fell down last night I pushed it back in went to an ER today of course he couldn't do anything, gave me antibiotics, for my kidney infection,,going Monday to an OBGYN ,,to get me fixed oh I'm 65 ,I've had 4 births ,menopause ten year's ago ,,it's a scary thing to think your uterus has fell out more scary to find out its a bladder 😇
Omg your advice was so sound and exactly the way I feel ! I have a rectocele I’m 66 I found out at 65 I elected to do pelvic floor exercises first by a terrific pt who specializes in pelvic floor only I finished up been applying those at home but I’m not feeling a difference I know I’m leaning towards surgery I’m scared to death 💀 I have a great uro/gynecologist I need to talk to about the surgery but this hanging out of my vagina is so uncomfortable I know it’s between he and I but it would be nice to talk to you if your willing because I can’t find anyone that knows about rectocele as far as females that’s horrible! Thank you
Hi, I have a rectocele prolapse too. I'm 51 and have had it since the birth of my son 14 years ago. It suddenly worsened when I missed my 1st period in February due to peri menopause. I went to a physio and do the exercises religiously and I have an oestrogen pessary I take twice a week. This has helped but not enough tbh and I've seen a surgeon who has recommended a repair. I'm terrified too but really can't live with this terrible heaviness and poop getting stuck in the bulge. How are you ? X
@@wendashaw6462 hi Wendy well I’ve done everything I can so I’m having a surgical consult September 7 to get it fixed I have a top surgeon who happens to be gyno/Uro so I’m confident with him it’s just the recovery it will be hard my greatest fear is having to move my bowels the first time but my Gynecologist said they have come so far with what they can do and he feels once I get it done I’ll say why didn’t I do it a year ago! I hope he’s correct it’s just scary!! Thank you for reaching out please let me know how your doing ok?💕
@@wendashaw6462 hi I saw your post on a prolapse UA-cam page. I have the same thing you have and I’m looking into surgery now. May I ask if you ever had surgery done? I’m looking for some real life experiences from surgery. Thank you. I’m 50 yrs old and I have rectocele with prolapse.
Hi, No, I decided against it in the end. It really terrified me and the surgeon I saw didn't fill me with confidence. I'm on HRT now , do pelvic floor exercises at least twice a day, take flax seed to help with toilet issues and I'm managing much better. It's such a traumatic choice to make and I didn't want to be out of action for 6 weeks. I'm hoping it won't get worse . I hope you can learn to manage it 🙏Goodluck x
I believe a rectocele and rectal prolapse are two different things. I have a rectocele and I also have recto anal intussusception. I need a rectopexy which is done by a colorectal surgeon. I had a total hysterectomy and bladder support in 2005. I am 66 years old.
Thanks for the video, I am urogynecologist and have couple of comments. Surgery could be also considered on stage 2 if patient is symptomatic and does not have to wait for stage 3 or beyond. Waiting longer would damage the pelvic nerves further, and also stretch the connective tissue more. I disagree with cystocele repair part of your surgery and was not necessary and unfortunately it will increase your chance of having urinary urgency and nocturia ( need to pee at night). thanks again for sharing your experience.
Do you know Dr. Ty Erickson. He will be doing this for me after I see him. I am very uneasy about it because I do react to some things. I had an allergy test done to make sure I could handle the metal when they replaced my knee. So happy with that. Also if things go bad can this surgery be reversed? Thanks.
I’m only 34 and I have a uterine rectocele and cystocele prolapse my urogynecologist recommended a hysterectomy and removal of my cervix and of course repair the prolapse I’m a little worse then stage 2 and I have a bulge in my vaginal opening so at this point it’s necessary to help my constipation and urinary symptoms
I’m scheduled for the full hysterectomy, front wall repair and back wall repair. My gynaecologist doesn’t use any mesh at all, but says there’s no guarantee it will fix my prolapse as the tissues can be very buttery once she’s in there.🥴😟
I had bladder repair in May, it failed 2 months later. I am now going to have the mesh sling done next week. I had one done 22 years ago and it was perfect until it was dislodged when I had vaginal vault prolapse surgery. I had great success with my mesh sling. Like your Dr said, it’s buttery when they start and my urigynacologist said it would probably fail but protocol was that he perform that first. I’m looking forward to my surgery next week.
I have rectocele i want to operate it but one de told me he will do it laparoscopically with mesh and another dr told me to dnt do this do vaginally by stitching which will be better pls help me i became confused pls reply
I have bladder, cervix, uterus prolapse in addition to stage 1 rectal prolapse. Not sure what to do. On the fence about all of this. Other ways to fix prolapse other than with mesh. Finding a doctor that does something different will be hard. They are all cut from the same cloth. Trained to cut/surgery means💰💰💰
I'm considering having a uterine prolapse surgery but I don't want a hysterectomy. I know you said you have to be cautious when recovering, but can you eventually go back to lifting weight or should you stay away from it all together? I have a 2 year old plus at work it's part of my job description to lift 50lbs. I've been living with this on and off since before getting pregnant with my last baby, but I didn't k ow what it was and when I went to the obgyn to get it checked out, she didn't see anything. But when I stand up or sit down I definitely know it's there.
You can go back to lifting slowly & nothing over 10lbs strictly for 6 weeks after surgery... keep in mind that's a gallon of milk. Nothing more then that. Proper rest. I didn't follow these guidelines after hernia surgery a year & half ago & it wasn't 3 months after surgery i felt the same previous pain & been dealing with it since. I messed up the permanent sutures so it's important to follow the orders in place.. i understand that's not possible in everyone's life especially with a toddler (that's what I did wrong myself) hence why I'm putting off the prolapse surgery myself. Blessings for you in your journey with this. ❤
@tired4717 I HD the prolapse surgery at the end of July but it failed. I think my surgeon has another procedure in mind. I forgot what it's called. I said I would never do this again because the recovery was brutal. But I'd rather try again than live with the prolapse.
I am 65 and had hysterectomy and AP repair 5 yrs ago. It has failed and now Dr recommended mesh via laproscopy - I have a second opinion coming up - very scared to repeat this surgery. Thanks for telling your story - I don’t know if many successes with mesh. What’s the most important question I should ask?
I have a cystocele and a rectocele and I’m devastated. It’s all I think about. I’m constantly looking and feeling and worrying. I’m scared to do anything in my life, hold my kids, go to the bathroom.... I’m 31 years old and I wanted 1 more kid. I want my last baby so much but I’m so worried about being pregnant while having this
Hej Mile, I want you to know that you are not alone. I am 36 and got prolapse when I was 31 ang gave birth to my son. I am living like this already 5 years. I've got prolapse ring and it helps me but I know that I will do surgery. Crossing my fingers for you.
@@Sch90700 Hello:) I got it after natural labor in 2016. I have have been living with prolapsring (this how they call it here in Sweden, it's a plastic rubber ring that supports falling uterus) since then. Using prolapsring gave me some sides effect like back pain and abdominal pain, I stopped to use it for a while but then my prolapse got worse. I got a consultation last week to talk about possible surgery. But it wasn't recommend to me at the moment. I was informed that possible pregnancy can ruin results of surgery, even if I got c section. So I got prolapsring a size smaller, and all my pains disappeared. I am extremely grateful that I discovered this channel ❤️ this is so important to talk about this and educate women, support each other. When I got prolapse I felt hopeless and very lonely, very frighten. I have never heard about this before. It is so important to know that there is out there whole society of women who also have same struggles. Aleksandra
I have been diagnosed with stage 2 cystocele and rectocele it’s been about two years they did put surgery on the table as a last resort I am 5 feet and seem to be bouncing between 143 and 150. It seems the minute I go anywhere above 143 I start to feel heaviness and seem sad, my cervix has prolapsed as well. Sometimes I can feel it with my hand when I wash I am terrified. I also feel most pressure right before my period I am 52 and in perimenopause I am not sure what to do so I’m comfortable at times I have been back-and-forth with PT I have to admit not very consistent, my regular GYN thinks I should avoid the surgery and try to fix it myself
Vacuums need to be banned. I am a both professional and victim and have the right to make this statement. I had the same story after first then had 2 gentle water births afterward. . Suffered 25 years and did have frequent PFPT and used pessary but Urogyn was not a specialist yet. I’m post op for grade 3 amd 4. No more Trapping stool and manually removing it (not from constipation I ate healthy and exercised daily). No more gaping vagina with the cervix and antidote wall protruding externally. No leaking, retention and pressure. Bowel and bladder function restored. Specialty functioning is much tighter but some discomfort and contractions are odd with levator muscles repaired. Travel far! Only a handful of Urogyns are skilled and have good outcomes. Imma physicians wife, I consulted with 8 urogyns and traveled and stayed in a hotel post op. Keep the uterus. It’s essential to prevent prolapse, prevent nerve damage and to maintain sexual and orgasmic functioning. Low risk vaginal approach is my preference. The leaders in the field prefer this approach. Young women! Use midwifery care as the obstetric culture routinely uses unnecessary interventions like episiotomy and vacuums that destroy the pelvic floor. Use gravity not instruments! Consult midwives before and after conception. Be wise consumers. Birth is not a medical event.
@@POCKBA Dr. G. Willy Davila, Fort Lauderdale is a world leader in Urogynecology. Women travel from all over for him. He’s a brilliant, experienced and skilled surgeon and an amazing human being too. I’ve referred over 50 women to him globally and they are all thrilled by the restoration of anatomy and function.
I had surgery 10 weeks out . Not sure what it is like a mesh or what. My surgery was short in description. He called it interior and posterior colporrhaphy, perineoplasty, mid urethral sling and cystoscopy for Cystocele, rectocele, perineal insufficiency, stress urinary incontinence. I think I made a bad decision on doctor and I am switching. now. Thanks for the tips
How do I know what stage I am in?. I have been seeing a specialist for about 2 years she never told me about surgery I receive a shot well 2 on my left side every 3 months. I have been to therapy it did help me and it felt so good. But it never changed anything. I have had this for over 4 yrs. I lived in TX What a nightmare I went through and they wouldn't listen to me.
So I am extremely young. I have had 3 vaginal births. I was just diagnosed with cystocele, rectocele ans uterine prolapse. I’m really scared cause my urogynocologist says the damage is done, and I most definitely have to get surgery. I’m worried about how long this is going to last since my age?
How are you today? Have you had to have surgery or using a pessary (not sure if I used correctword)? I'm similar to your situation and don't have anyone to talk to so I thought I'd asked a couple of you 🧡
If you look up Ali express there are a lot of electronic devices which you can use to help stimulate the muscles to help them hold up your organs and tighten the vagina. The comments say they work. I bought one for about $60 which is battery powered and it does seem to work but I have only had it for a week. I have had mesh surgery but it collapsed after 2 years and there has been a lot of pain. I am now in my 60s and have lived with this for decades so the fact that this little device seems to be helping after all these years is surprising.
@@peterobrien9367 if the ligaments supporting your pelvic floor were stretched then no amount of exercise with tighten them - only surgery. Likewise the soft tissue in your vagina isn't made of muscle. You can, however, exercise to strengthen your pelvic floor MUSCLES though, which supports your pelvic organs so can help somewhat.
Had my hysterectomy and bladder surgery 3 years ago I now have a Virginia vault prolapse stage 1 Pesaries wont stay in will I be better off having more surgery?
I just had this surgery I wasn’t leaking I could hold my pee for a hour or longer but I had a bump at the entrance at my V I had my surgery on nov.16.23 she said I was 2.5/3 I wish I tried something else. I had the surgery and I slept we’ll surgery BUT then I couldn’t pee enough so they put a catheter in me so it was scary ISSUES WITH MESH OMFG I DIDNT EVEN KNOW THERE WAS PROBLEMS WITH IT 😢 I’m regretting doing the surgery even tho I’m ok but it’s 4days later after my surgery. Wish I tried natural stuff first. Listening to your video and I wish I seen your video before.
@shikha3027 im fine but i kind of wish i waited to find other options i hate that they used a mesh thing so probably best to try other options or talk to 2 or 3 doctors before making a choice. I thought it was suppose to last for life cuz my doctor said that and then when i spoke to my new doctor she said it only last 10y thats horrible:( so even tho im fine im worried about the futur cuz the surgery didnt hurt and recovering didnt hurt it eas after the surgery they want you to pee and j couldnt so they forced 2x a catheter in me to stay overnight at home and it was a nightmare and then after she removed it the doctor she shoved it again in me the catheter cuz i couldn't pee in the measuring cup thing i was too nervous cuz they want you tok pee asap and i couldnt cuz i was nervous. So i say see more then1 doctor and think of maybe other options like maybe natural mesh vs fake stuff inside you or try something else first... im fine atm i hope it lasts forever lol. Goodluck
@shikha3027 if your very bad then it works very well but see more then 1 doctor or 3 for options its free in canada but not in usa unless maybe insure i dont know how it works in usa. All the best to you and happy holidays
What happens to the body after a hysterectomy??? I’m so scared of all of this I’ve put off getting checked I’ve let my doc know that I wear bladder leak pads for the past 7 years but now the pain has gotten bad down there where I cannot even sit down down without pain down there and there feels like a bulge when I’m sitting on the toilet and I wipe and it hurts when I wipe there. I dno if it’s cancer or prolapse but the pain shoots up my my abdomen and makes me feel nauseas. I’m really scared of surgery
Go to the dr. Get diagnosis ask what the least you can do & the latest . Whatever is recommended . Get a 2nd. Opinion . You are in charge . You can say no to anything , or do your choice . Take your time on the decision.
I just,at surgery for bladder prolaspe stage 2 I think. I just got the mesh.I'm 40 with 4 children. The pain that starts from the incisions in my bikini line on each side that goes into my ligaments sucks though.
Hello, I am considering getting this surgery, but I am a bit nervous. How are you feeling today? Are you experiencing any back pain, burning sensations, or any other issues that you would like to share?😊
Just want to inform everyone, that another thing you can try is, to see an osteopath. They can do some manoevers to lift and reposition internal organs and especially the uterus! This can be so helpful, if you can find a good one! 🙏
@@melodyebuskin5490 UA-cam removed my answer with the link for some reason... Look out for visceral osteopathy! 👌 Also the sacrum can be in the wrong position. Some therapists can manually reposition it, which can help as well.
I am 45 and I have went through all the different avenues of trying to help my vault prolapse. I do not want surgery due to the mesh. For some reason I am so nervous about this surgery. I had a hernia repair 18 years ago and mesh was used. I had no issues. This time I am worried about it. I don't know what to do.
Thank you for your video. It did bother me somewhat when you said you had been working out/lifestyle preparation for 8 years. I am not in the best shape. My surgery is scheduled for next week. I am not feeling comfortable with the surgery. Especially after my preop today. My doctor is a OBG doctor.
The surgeon I am waiting to get into is hard to get into because he spends quite a bit of time in Africa doing this surgery for women over there who have a lot of problems because they start having babies too young and it messes them up pretty bad. He also no longer lives here but come about once a month or so. I have heard that some women have low back pain after similar surgeries so this is a concern that I will be talking with him about on the 29 of May, 2924. I am uneasy but I am tired of living this way. I would love to toss the pads but am so grateful to have them.
@@brendawarhop1436 July 29. Everything went well and I have had no back pain from it. It is nice not to have a hand full of bladder in my hand any more but it did nothing to help me with overactive bladder. I am saddened by this but it is OK because at least I am not worried that my innerds are going to fall out. I hope this helps.
Hi Jessica, I had a car accident and injured my foot, stress fracture. If there is anything I can do as my doctors forbid everything including swimming 😢
What do you mean by “bulge”? What I’m trying to understand is what the benefits will be. I don’t feel like the slight urine leakage or frequency are worth getting surgery for but if it helped the constipation and/or prevented further uterine prolapse and/or these shooting pains that go up from the cervix & anus it might be… also the pain with sex… that might be worth it but I’m not sure about that one. If you ask me on a bad day I’d probably say yes… I really don’t know what to do.
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I’m stage 2 but gyn scheduled me for surgery. I can touch my bladder and I have to splint to poop. I also have to have another to tighten vagina and possible take part of cervix they left at hysterectomy and then lap to see if I have endometriosis again , uterus was removed 2017 and they see it on ct scan dr thinks it’s endo
@@gabriellaonehundredmillion8958
Years ago a gyn surgeon warned against mesh surgery. ( I have grade 3 cystocele.) I tried several pessaries that weren't very effective. Finally sent to specialist who prescibed a ring pessary with a knob. Thank goodness, it works well. Fairly easy to remove (with removal tool), clean and reinsert. I am pain-free and can go about my daily life with no prolapse.
This has made life much easier.
(I am 77.)
Hi, what is the brand of that pessary?
What are pessaries
@@silviamarmol2770 you can't buy them, you have to see gyno. The cube is the best pessary.
That's amazing. I'm so glad you found something that works
@silviamarmol2770 the pessaries are supplied by hospital or gynaecologist. You can't buy them yourself. At least not in Australia.
My wife is 65. She had her hysterectomy done 35 years ago. Now she has vault prolapse with cystocele. The surgeon has recommended sacrocolpopexy with mesh.
How are you now three years after surgery?
My mom is going through the surgery today as we speak she's in her late sixties and has a lot of medical problems I'm very worried for her but I'm putting my trust in God thank you for your video have a blessed day
I am 69, I had my first visit today. I hope your mom is doing well.
@@kathyhasty5519 thank you so much for the well wishes he's doing okay the worst part is he doesn't have money to get her pain medication she's in a lot of pain from it they use the laser on seven different areas they only gave her enough pain meds for one day I feel so bad for her I'm trying to do everything to get the money up now to get her script
She not he
I had my abdominal hysterectomy September 15 due to bladder and uterus prolapse. I'm scared still having pain. .
Hopefully she isn’t sensitive to foreign material because the mesh can cause autoimmune conditions which could destroy her quality of life. Look online at all the mesh lawsuits.
Your video has helped me so much! I was just told today, by my gynocologist, that I need to have bladder prolapse surgery. I was scared, but after watching your video, I feel so much better! I have a severe, stage 4 prolapse, and I am being sent to a urogynocologist for the surgery. I now feel ready to ask the right questions, thanks to you!!!
How did it go?
My mom had the bladder prolapse surgery at 75 yrs. old. She did great. In and out in a day, little soreness. On oxycodone for 3 days tge 325 mil grams of Tylenol and in 4 days feeling great
I had the surgery 10 months ago, and have had no problems. It was a good decision for me. So much better than before!!
Can you please give guidance do and don't after surgery as I m planning for my surgery suggested by my doctor... Bt m scared about it's reoccurence.....
Can you share what is better for you a little more please?
I’m so glad I came across your video. Last year in Oct 2020 I had a partial hysterectomy due to uterine prolapse and endometriosis, months later I noticed a bulge and it was my bladder. Just 4 days ago I had the exact surgery you underwent, I’m currently recovering and now feel so much better that I’ve made the right choice. Thank you for sharing your experience
I am glad you have relief and pray that it works in the long run for you ❤ I just wish more women would have opened up about what a hysterectomy can cause as far as prolapse
Oh god so happy it helped you I had my surgery on Nov 16.23 Friday I’m 4days past surgery I kind of wish I knew about trying some natural ways to help me with that bump at the entrance of my V doctor said I was between a 2-3 and she recommended surgery a mesh thing.. how are you doing now? ? See I don’t know if I want 1 more kid and I did the surgery but I’m 39 times like ticking and single lol.
@@MeMyself984 what do you mean? that a hysterectomy can also be the cause of prolapse?
@lisagrace6471 mine sure was
Thank you for the information. I am trying to make this decision right now. I am 69 and feel like I have been very lucky to have gone this long without having any problems. I really appreciate your candor. I found an excellent Gyno/Urolog. My biggest concern was the totally hysterectomy, but the more I read it is the best thing to do. I will read you Guide!
I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there and sharing your story. I came across your video when doing research. My surgery was scheduled with my longtime GYN. I too loved with mine prolapse for 8 years and had the very same issues as you minus the endometriosis’. I asked for a referral to a UROGyno. I’m so happy I did. He gave me lots more information and I felt so much better about having the surgery. I had the UROGyno do my surgery and I have 12 days post surgery. I can poop and pee so much better! TMI , I know, but sooo life changing for me. Thank you again
How are you doing now? I’m thinking of getting the surgery. I just want to know like all of the pros and cons of getting the surgery specifically from someone that has actually experienced it. Does it make the vagina area feel tighter like back to normal before all of this happened?? Does it take away the heaviness feeling? Does you vagina look different or back to normal? Do you see the bulge or did it mess your vagina up by them tampering with it?
Sorry I just feel like nobody talks about that stuff and I NEED to know ALL the info! Lol. Tmi but hope you get it since you have experienced the same thing.
I’m 28 and had the vacuum assist birth and very very quick birth. Had a tear. They didn’t even allow me to try to push the baby out. They basically just ripped her out to be honest. Like my body was forced into labor bc they wanted to do a balloon. Insisted that I did it actually. Anyway, I feel all of that is why I have the prolapse now. Just want details on what it looks, feels like afterwards- and of course if you would do it all over again?
Thanks!
Hi Michelle, how's the recovery going for you? And did you get a hysterectomy or only a repair of uterine?
@@hannahd9071 same here
What about age?
Thanks so much for sharing
Thank you this was exactly what I needed. I really am experiencing the “I’ve done all I could and I don’t want to live like this”
I'm having my surgery next month and my anxiety is out of control, my doctor said it will be robotic surgery .
@@judithawalker2858 How did it go and how are you doing now? Who was your doctor? I hope the best for you.
Mine went well, wish I did it long time ago. Get the surgery. Women don't talk about this. You can get it fix. I'm 73, had surgery end of May. Doing great!
@@judithawalker2858how did it go?
@@donnawhiteturkey7240 Thank you for the feedback that it went well. I am so nervous to get mine done. Everything is falling out of me and I am stressing over it! I am scheduled for next month.
I just came across your video, two days after the same surgery you had, for the same exact reasons. It was so affirming to hear your story and it validated my feelings and the decision I made. I watched your after surgery video as well. Thank you for your openness and willingness to share and educate. I plan to share your video information with my urogynycologist when I see her in two weeks. 🙏🏻
What kind of mesh for bladder sling
Had a similar surgery 2 weeks ago, your video was informative and I wish I would’ve done more research on what the exact procedures meant. Taking it easy has been tough and constipation is a reality and increased pain. No one seems to understand the depth of the pain when there are several surgeries done at the same time. I feel my surgeon was thorough and hope it lasts decades
How are you now
Making surgery decision is right or not
Do you eat a variety of foods that help combat constipation? I do not want to diminish your experience by saying “oh just eat this…” but I am wondering if you consider your foods carefully. I do. I have to choose the right combo of foods everyday to ensure my body eliminates properly so that I don’t have all that pressure. Also, I am a fan of probiotics and exercise to help with easier digestion too. I’ve had to make a lot of lifestyle changes but I finally feel like a have more control over my life and feel more free of this condition ❤
Hi I had my surgery on Nov 16.23 just on Friday how are you? I just msg my doctor saying I’m watching this and she said for me to not watch stuff online. How are you?
Thank you for sharing. I am 75 doing this, but my life is very isolating and I want to do things like walk with groups and not have to stop the group looking for a bathroom. Unless they are an older group in the late 60s or 70s, a younger group of women say 40 don't really understand. I was told 20% relapse again, that gives me 80% it will be okay.
Grace
Did you have your surgery for Cystocele? I'm 73 & may possibly end up having this surgery . But it scares me. Hope you recovered & please let me know how it went.
Thank You!
@@kristineberger3621 No Cystocele.
Grace,
Thank you. Just wanting to connect with women who have gone thru this procedure.
Wish you well.
Thank you for this! I had a hysterectomy a couple of years ago and now have the vault and bladder prolapse. I'm having surgery in a few weeks and am happy to hear the you're pleased with your results!
did you have mesh
I had a hysterectomy a year ago and prolapsed right after…how did the repair surgery go for you?
How are u know? Ty
How are you doing now. Everything still going well? Having the same exact surgery coming up. I’m so happy you had a good outcome. It gives me hope! Thanks
Thank you!! This video helped me so much make my decision ❤
You're amazing for addressing this, thank you!!
I truly appreciated your video and your sincerity came through . I just visited my Urogynecology and he wants to do the reconstructive surgery except he want to just use sutures and no mesh. I have the trifecta prolapse, bladder, rectocele, and uterus falling out. He also wat to do a hysterectomy. Do you have reference to using sutures only for this surgery? If anyone else has done that with sutures love to hear from you..
I have all 3 also. I am scheduled for next month. How did your surgery go?
I had my surgery sept. 15. The best decision ever made!!!!
I probably need the surgery, painful legs
Are you still happy with the surgery two years later? Thanks.
@@icecreamladydriver1606 . i would like to know that too ??
Are you in California?
Who was your surgeon?
Thx
@@icecreamladydriver1606 I had my surgery 3 years ago and I am doing excellent!!! no regrets!
I had mesh surgery at age 60 12 years ago. It was transvaginal mesh and it was the beginning of hell. Within 3 months the surgery failed and I had terrible pain in my low back and down both legs. I went to 3 urogynocologists ALL argued it had nothing to do with my surgery, even though I knew it was. Then I went to 5 other specialists. Each one had their own bias "it is spinal stenous", "it is brain damage from a car accident from 50 years ago', "it is ankalosing spondylis" --- BUT I JUST KNEW!!! After 10 years of agony....I finally got fitted for a pessary. I walked into the office with my cane barely able to walk because of my pain, and sciatic in my low back, hip, knee and down to my toes. As soon as the pessary was put it, ALL my sciatic pain lest and 50% of my other leg pain left. PESSARIES WORK...don't get sold on surgery!!!!!!
I think it depends on the needs of the patient. I have heard so many great things about pessary and they should always be tried before surgery.
For me, when I tried a pessary it hurt more and didn't help to hold up anything. Instead it fell behind the uterine prolapse making it far worse. But I also have stage 4 prolapse at 15 years old. So doctors doubted it would work but tried it anyways because my life is hell with my prolapse. But glad we tried it beforehand to make sure
pessary doesn't work for me
@@sweetberries683 what are you doing about it instead
@@gimygaming8655 @ I just have my hysterectomy & Mesh sling last week, I am on 1 week recovery journey at moment but yeah pretty painful
@@sweetberries683 do you feel it is helpful? Or does it feel like pressure has been lifted? Also how old are you, if you don't mind me asking? And is the mesh causing any irriation right now?
Im stage 4, bladder prolapse, my doctor said my operation is going to take 5 hours , I’m 77 so of course I’m very scared 😱
Thank you for sharing this information that is really helpful and so hard to find.
Age 61. Just completed hysterectomy/prolapse surgery sounds similar to yours. Pls send exercise protocol you mentioned. Very much enjoyed your video.
Thank you. I have grade two and helps me to make the right decision
Thank you for sharing. Your videos so far have helped me so much in this process. I have been struggling and trying to manage this for 6 years. My surgery is scheduled for July with my urogynocologist, so this video is perfect timing. So much info online is terrifying, thank you for being so optimistic and informative 💗
I just had my first uro/gyno appt . today. I am hoping to relieve all this pressure. Kylee , I hope yours went well. Kathy
Please make your own decision. There are always problems after surgery. Listen to other sad storeys also. Varginal mess big on going problems.
How are you going.. Now after surgery
I would love to learn more about how you decided sacrocopoplexy vs native tissue. That is the decision I need to make for my prolapse and upcoming hysterectomy, and I’m paralyzed to make that decision
Bless your heart Jessica
Any information about bowel dropping from uterus prolapse?
I'm dealing with the same problem i had a fecal incontinence after hysterectomy
My dr wants to also do a hysterectomy also with this surgery. Did you notice any change in your stomach appearance after the surgery? I had read somewhere where this may be an issue. It’s a vain question I know but just curious. Also why after the surgery did you question doing it at times? Thanks so much for the info- I am scared of the surgery and you made me feel better!
Exactly! I don’t want to live like this anymore! I’m scheduled for a complete hysterectomy with vaginal correction(?) for prolapses this month. I’m 59 so menopause isn’t an issue and to be honest I’m looking forward to a rejuvenated me. But I opted out of the mesh. I hope I didn’t make a mistake 😩
How are you doing now? You sound just like me today 😟 What has happened and genuinely how are you today?
@@keeliekalayidol8876 the hysterectomy itself was not a big deal. The reconstruction of the anterior and posterior vaginal walls was more to recover from. Two months ago I started a rejuvenation laser therapy that helps with dryness and further tightens and strengthens the walls and as a nice side effect it stops bladder leakage, which was my main complaint.
@@elemis2826 Happy that you're doing ok. Thanks for your reply. I've been struggling through this alone (have a gyno but no females really to talk with) and try not to overwhelm myself with videos. It's been tough. But the prolapse has been the worse since going through perimenopause.....about 4 months w/out periods now. Grateful for that because I have a fibroid tumor in an awkward area. Changed my diet completely and within 7 mos or so lost nearly 40 lbs and began a quicker path toward menopause. BUT now the prolapse 😟 Just started kegels as an actual routine a few days ago. I know it takes time. But scared of a possible hysterectomy and reconstructive things simultaneously. My youngest has multiple mental illnesses and can't literally be without me and I have no idea how long until I'd be back home. Did you ever try the "pessary" thing or kegel weights/tools, if so are they even worth a try in your opinion? Sorry if a bother, I don't want you to feel like you have to reply. But I appreciate your kindness. Hoping for the best for you 🌺
@@keeliekalayidol8876 no bother at all! I tried kegals, but I just couldn’t get the result I needed to feel good about my anatomy. Maybe I was too far gone. I was told at a very young age that my uterus was tipped. I didn’t even know what that meant.
I asked my dr how women used to deal with it, because as I’ve went through this journey I’ve realized how not alone I am.
She told me they just let it all hang out. 🥺
I will say that you will need some help for a couple weeks especially if your child needs special care. You already know that healing processes better when you can rest and be relaxed. You wouldn’t want to do anything that can mess up the work you endured. The pain isn’t unbearable but having bowel movements is a challenge.
Now, I need to go through your videos and find inspiration to lose 30-40 pounds. 💕
PS - one plus of having surgery is that you don’t have to worry about associated cancers. And by the way I did not have the mesh.
@@elemis2826 Me too! I also have a tilted uterus. I've never known anyone else personally with it 🤗 I do feel a little better with your correspondence. Thank you 💗 Oh! As for weight loss I felt miserable at first because I went strictly to pistachios, peanuts, cauliflower & broccoli both raw and steamed, teriyaki noodles, mushrooms, baked potatoes with no butter just salt and pepper, etc. I add organic garlic to any and everything possible most of the time. Even garlic powder at times. I even purposefully eat baby carrots to keep my estrogen low and somewhat balanced to help a healthy perimenopause and in about 8 months have shrunk my fibroid tumor 2 cm. I went as organic as possible because even the spray on non organic apples have hormones. My favorite snacks are banana and or apple slices w/Jif peanut butter. I don't measure. I only eat pasta maybe once a month and it's strictly Barilla protein pasta now. I quit consuming dairy EXCEPT I do have some pizza a couple times a month and maybe a dab of sour cream with 1 baked potato once or twice a month but the rest of the potatoes salt & pepper & garlic powder, maybe crushed red peppers. I eat a hard boiled egg a few times a month and my favorite treat is an iced, Annihilator with white chocolate at Dutch Bros (sometimes with Almond milk instead of their 1/2 & 1/2). Black olives straight from the can or with black bean burritos a few times a month......I found that honey graham crackers smeared with Jif tastes IDENTICAL to Nutter Butter cookies 😉 Because of the fibroid tumor (and previous heavybleeds) I would do gentle pilates and walk whenever possible. Sometimes shooting hoops and tennis or hitting a volleyball over & over in the air as I walked around. It took determination and tears of perseverance honestly. I'll slip and have homemade french toast with no limit or eat 3 fries from one of the kids McD's meals (which are now limited too for their sake...instead of weekly those trips are a few times a month).
THANK YOU again 🤗🤘💗 You're truly awesome and much appreciated. If you need an ear I'm here.
Thank you for sharing.. my surgery is scheduled in April - your video makes me feel much better about my decision.
How did your surgery go? How are you feeling now?
Your video was very informative! I liked your presentation and appreciated your investigation info. Thank you!
just saw this video my prolas surg in 2 wks yes very nervous i have to have sacrospinous ligament suspension and possible anterior/posterio repair maybe the tvt.
Oh my God cant believe I found your video. Im 72 and I have prolapse for 7 or 8 years now and its getting unmanageable.
I recommend surgery. I had mine since 2005. Had hysterectomy, 2018. Then, Dr sent me for physical therapy. Didn't fix it. Went to a OBGYN and had it fix, almost a month ago. I'm 73, and I suggest surgery. It was easy and I feel like a new woman! You don't have to live with it.
@@lindatheresa8449u need to find another doctor one who is a Uro/Gyn & has experience with doing these surgeries & can tell u with more accuracy if they can help u or not. A good doctor makes a difference in out come they tell me.
Thank you so very much for sharing your experience with all of us. It was constructive.
I have all 3 of these from the age of 38 . 4years later. I’ve tried all the pessarys which wouldn’t stay in they just fell out the same day. I’m
Waiting for surgery and full hysterectomy I’m in to much pain it’s so frustrating and surgery scares me. Great video .
Thank you from France, it’s hard for me to have all informations I need, so thank you!😊
Currently 41. Had prolapse uterus, had that removed last yr, now prolapsed bladder, I can see and touch my bladder. Next month I’m scheduled to fix that with sling. I’m worried what will happen next!!!
Do you have an updated video? About how you are doing now?
I wish I would have known about urogynecologists. We don’t have any here. I travel now. First hysterectomy failed. Now complete PoP and descent. I’m in good hands now. Can’t live like this anymore. He didn’t do any suspension. Thank you. I needed to hear this about mesh. I need it because I have hEDS. Found that out after hysterectomy. Thank you
Thank you. I really needed this.
Did you end up having the surgery? And how did it go?
@@harrynelson4522 yes I did last August. Most of it is ok. I still have rectocele and some other issues that are kinda nightmarish but it is what it is. I also have Ehlers Danlos syndrome
Love your video. Thank you so much. I just wanted to ask you if you had tried to use a pessary. prier to surgery. I am 63 and have the same exact thing you had. Been dealing with it for years as it has gotten so much worse and interfering with my life. I have been so depressed about it. Want to have the surgery. Trying the pessary but it’s just not working good for me. Would love to hear from you . Thanks
I'm 2 weeks after surgery, hopeful for good results! What kind of exercise is the best to do after? I'm sure my F45 and Orange theory are gone. Haha. But I can't wait to go back to fitness again but I'm scarred
What does the flaxseed do for it? I’ve been on HRT mine still got bad still no surgery yet due to torn rotator cuff omg that’s horrible I guess you try and live with it or you get surgery I do have a great surgeon it’s just scary 😱 thank you I’m grade 3 so it is what it is!!
Thank you so much for this video! I already had a surgery for bladder prolapse and I’m still dealing with the same issue. I saw another urogynecologist and she advised that I would benefit from having a midurethral sling using mesh. I understand that using native tissue isn’t as effective. However, I would like to find a urogynecologist that does the surgery with native tissue. I have not been able to find one where I live in Florida. Would you be able to know where I can find a urogynecologist that does perform these surgeries without mesh? Thank you so much!!!
I was just diagnosed with anterior /posterior prolapse,doc says surgery wait time is 8 to 9 months maybe longer,I am in Ontario Canada
Thank you for sharing! I had prolapse surgery 8 months ago… rebuilt front wall, back wall, ‘tabletop’ . My doctor was astonished at my quick recovery. This week I suddenly have cystocele stage 3 almost 4. Dr unavailable for six weeks. Wondering do I choose a pessary for myself in the wait time? Highly uncomfortable and feels abraded.
Thank you for this video. I found it very helpful. Just found out today that my prolapse has worsened since I was last examined over 1.5 years ago. I've lived with cystocele and rectocele since a traumatic birth 4 years ago. The consultant confirmed my worst fears that I have a uterine prolapse too. I've tried everything to manage things conservatively so far but consultant suggesting surgery now. I'm terrified at the prospect so watching your video tonight was very timely for me. Its really helped! I've decided I will continue to hold off surgery for as long as I can but being nearly 41 years old I also am taking into account your comment re deciding to have your surgery as a younger woman before menopause.
Your videos have helped me so much. I am needing the same procedures as you are. I feel at peace about the decision. Still worried about the process, but we are going on it.
I just had my surgery on Friday Nov 16.23 I just hated peeing so much lol and walking my dog for a hour or 2 of wanting to pee it’s scary I’m recovering from it atm. Hope your well!
I have grade 2 almost 3 and getting the op soon hopefully
Did you have op
Thank you and bless you for helping us out with your very informative video. You are Awesome 👏 ❤❤
I am trying to decide whether or not to have the same procedure as I, too, have global stage III prolapse. My concern is what will happen to our sex life?? Right now even with the POP our sex life is great…I don’t want to lose any sensation and I DEFINITELY don’t want to deal with pain…
Did you have surgery
Your an inspiration to everyone I’m saying this on behalf of my mum 👍
Thank you so much! I'm glad it's been helpful.
I am scheduled for a Rectocele Repair in 7 days and for the first time am very anxious.
I have had multiple surgeries but this time more anxious than ever. I had no idea I had a rectocele, just thought it was my chronic constipation. Wish me luck
Hi may I ask how your surgery went?? I have this same thing and am getting ready to consult with a surgeon. I’m looking for some real life experiences. Looking hopefully for success stories! Thank you!!!
@@jenniferstiles6353 Hi Jennifer, wondering if you have had surgery ? Mine is scheduled Oct 16, 24 if you want to chat. This will be my 2nd surgery, uterine prolapse with repair done 30 yrs ago!
@@lyntrombley6382how r u mam..pljj guide me
How are u now?
@@lindajackson7448 how r u now..pljj reply at which age did u get to know
Thank you your videos are so amazing and so helpful!
Thank you for sharing your story.
Thank you mine fell down last night I pushed it back in went to an ER today of course he couldn't do anything, gave me antibiotics, for my kidney infection,,going Monday to an OBGYN ,,to get me fixed oh I'm 65 ,I've had 4 births ,menopause ten year's ago ,,it's a scary thing to think your uterus has fell out more scary to find out its a bladder 😇
Omg your advice was so sound and exactly the way I feel ! I have a rectocele I’m 66 I found out at 65 I elected to do pelvic floor exercises first by a terrific pt who specializes in pelvic floor only I finished up been applying those at home but I’m not feeling a difference I know I’m leaning towards surgery I’m scared to death 💀 I have a great uro/gynecologist I need to talk to about the surgery but this hanging out of my vagina is so uncomfortable I know it’s between he and I but it would be nice to talk to you if your willing because I can’t find anyone that knows about rectocele as far as females that’s horrible! Thank you
Hi, I have a rectocele prolapse too. I'm 51 and have had it since the birth of my son 14 years ago. It suddenly worsened when I missed my 1st period in February due to peri menopause. I went to a physio and do the exercises religiously and I have an oestrogen pessary I take twice a week. This has helped but not enough tbh and I've seen a surgeon who has recommended a repair. I'm terrified too but really can't live with this terrible heaviness and poop getting stuck in the bulge. How are you ? X
@@wendashaw6462 hi Wendy well I’ve done everything I can so I’m having a surgical consult September 7 to get it fixed I have a top surgeon who happens to be gyno/Uro so I’m confident with him it’s just the recovery it will be hard my greatest fear is having to move my bowels the first time but my Gynecologist said they have come so far with what they can do and he feels once I get it done I’ll say why didn’t I do it a year ago! I hope he’s correct it’s just scary!! Thank you for reaching out please let me know how your doing ok?💕
@@wendashaw6462 hi I saw your post on a prolapse UA-cam page. I have the same thing you have and I’m looking into surgery now. May I ask if you ever had surgery done? I’m looking for some real life experiences from surgery. Thank you. I’m 50 yrs old and I have rectocele with prolapse.
Hi, No, I decided against it in the end. It really terrified me and the surgeon I saw didn't fill me with confidence. I'm on HRT now , do pelvic floor exercises at least twice a day, take flax seed to help with toilet issues and I'm managing much better. It's such a traumatic choice to make and I didn't want to be out of action for 6 weeks. I'm hoping it won't get worse . I hope you can learn to manage it 🙏Goodluck x
Thank you so much for doing this.
I believe a rectocele and rectal prolapse are two different things. I have a rectocele and I also have recto anal intussusception. I need a rectopexy which is done by a colorectal surgeon. I had a total hysterectomy and bladder support in 2005. I am 66 years old.
Have you heard of Goretex?
That came up in my discussion. My issues are a little different but I was curious. Can't find much about it.
Thanks for the video, I am urogynecologist and have couple of comments. Surgery could be also considered on stage 2 if patient is symptomatic and does not have to wait for stage 3 or beyond. Waiting longer would damage the pelvic nerves further, and also stretch the connective tissue more. I disagree with cystocele repair part of your surgery and was not necessary and unfortunately it will increase your chance of having urinary urgency and nocturia ( need to pee at night). thanks again for sharing your experience.
Do you know Dr. Ty Erickson. He will be doing this for me after I see him. I am very uneasy about it because I do react to some things. I had an allergy test done to make sure I could handle the metal when they replaced my knee. So happy with that. Also if things go bad can this surgery be reversed? Thanks.
@@icecreamladydriver1606 unfortunately I don’t know dr Erickson.
@@khashshak724 Thank you.
I’m only 34 and I have a uterine rectocele and cystocele prolapse my urogynecologist recommended a hysterectomy and removal of my cervix and of course repair the prolapse I’m a little worse then stage 2 and I have a bulge in my vaginal opening so at this point it’s necessary to help my constipation and urinary symptoms
Sometimes I think my doctors just care about my business!
I have just found out my prolapse is back I’m devastated
What kind of prolapse.
Do u means after your surgery??
I’m scheduled for the full hysterectomy, front wall repair and back wall repair. My gynaecologist doesn’t use any mesh at all, but says there’s no guarantee it will fix my prolapse as the tissues can be very buttery once she’s in there.🥴😟
I had bladder repair in May, it failed 2 months later. I am now going to have the mesh sling done next week. I had one done 22 years ago and it was perfect until it was dislodged when I had vaginal vault prolapse surgery. I had great success with my mesh sling. Like your Dr said, it’s buttery when they start and my urigynacologist said it would probably fail but protocol was that he perform that first. I’m looking forward to my surgery next week.
I have rectocele i want to operate it but one de told me he will do it laparoscopically with mesh and another dr told me to dnt do this do vaginally by stitching which will be better pls help me i became confused pls reply
Hi! Did you ever do your surgery?? I’m looking for some post surgery experiences. I’m thinking of surgery. How did it go?
What have you heard about the anterior colporrhaphy with collagen xenograft? I cannot find much on this particular procedure and material?
Have you done this? How did it turn out?
I have bladder, cervix, uterus prolapse in addition to stage 1 rectal prolapse. Not sure what to do. On the fence about all of this. Other ways to fix prolapse other than with mesh. Finding a doctor that does something different will be hard. They are all cut from the same cloth. Trained to cut/surgery means💰💰💰
I'm considering having a uterine prolapse surgery but I don't want a hysterectomy. I know you said you have to be cautious when recovering, but can you eventually go back to lifting weight or should you stay away from it all together? I have a 2 year old plus at work it's part of my job description to lift 50lbs. I've been living with this on and off since before getting pregnant with my last baby, but I didn't k ow what it was and when I went to the obgyn to get it checked out, she didn't see anything. But when I stand up or sit down I definitely know it's there.
I too don’t want a hysterectomy. Any advice from the video host.
You can go back to lifting slowly & nothing over 10lbs strictly for 6 weeks after surgery... keep in mind that's a gallon of milk. Nothing more then that. Proper rest. I didn't follow these guidelines after hernia surgery a year & half ago & it wasn't 3 months after surgery i felt the same previous pain & been dealing with it since. I messed up the permanent sutures so it's important to follow the orders in place.. i understand that's not possible in everyone's life especially with a toddler (that's what I did wrong myself) hence why I'm putting off the prolapse surgery myself. Blessings for you in your journey with this. ❤
Do not do a hysterectomy
@tired4717 I HD the prolapse surgery at the end of July but it failed. I think my surgeon has another procedure in mind. I forgot what it's called. I said I would never do this again because the recovery was brutal. But I'd rather try again than live with the prolapse.
I did the surgery 2 years ago it changed my life i was 33 years old .
How are you feeling now?
How r u mam..pljj answer so that I can take decision 😊
Stinging nettle root saved me from endometriosis and being doubled over and unable to function. Interesting information about the rest.
EXCELLENT in sight!
thanks for sharing your video, what symptoms were you having with the prolapsed bladder?
I am 65 and had hysterectomy and AP repair 5 yrs ago. It has failed and now Dr recommended mesh via laproscopy - I have a second opinion coming up - very scared to repeat this surgery. Thanks for telling your story - I don’t know if many successes with mesh. What’s the most important question I should ask?
Hi I was wondering if you had a mid urethral sling put in after your bladder lift surgery? Thanks
I have a cystocele and a rectocele and I’m devastated. It’s all I think about. I’m constantly looking and feeling and worrying. I’m scared to do anything in my life, hold my kids, go to the bathroom.... I’m 31 years old and I wanted 1 more kid. I want my last baby so much but I’m so worried about being pregnant while having this
Hej Mile,
I want you to know that you are not alone.
I am 36 and got prolapse when I was 31 ang gave birth to my son. I am living like this already 5 years. I've got prolapse ring and it helps me but I know that I will do surgery.
Crossing my fingers for you.
@@OlaC. good morning! Did you got pregnant while you had you prolapse? Or you got it after?
@@Sch90700 Hello:)
I got it after natural labor in 2016. I have have been living with prolapsring (this how they call it here in Sweden, it's a plastic rubber ring that supports falling uterus) since then.
Using prolapsring gave me some sides effect like back pain and abdominal pain, I stopped to use it for a while but then my prolapse got worse. I got a consultation last week to talk about possible surgery. But it wasn't recommend to me at the moment. I was informed that possible pregnancy can ruin results of surgery, even if I got c section. So I got prolapsring a size smaller, and all my pains disappeared.
I am extremely grateful that I discovered this channel ❤️ this is so important to talk about this and educate women, support each other. When I got prolapse I felt hopeless and very lonely, very frighten. I have never heard about this before. It is so important to know that there is out there whole society of women who also have same struggles.
Aleksandra
@@OlaC.What is s prolapse rimg?
@@billyje4726 it's a pessary that you can learn to insert yourself. It will help you so much.
Hi 👋 I’m 67 years old, is it safe to have a surgery for my prolapse. Thanks 🙏
I'd like to know too , age 69 , vaJJ & rectal prolapse.
I have been diagnosed with stage 2 cystocele and rectocele it’s been about two years they did put surgery on the table as a last resort I am 5 feet and seem to be bouncing between 143 and 150. It seems the minute I go anywhere above 143 I start to feel heaviness and seem sad, my cervix has prolapsed as well. Sometimes I can feel it with my hand when I wash I am terrified. I also feel most pressure right before my period I am 52 and in perimenopause I am not sure what to do so I’m comfortable at times I have been back-and-forth with PT I have to admit not very consistent, my regular GYN thinks I should avoid the surgery and try to fix it myself
Vacuums need to be banned. I am a both professional and victim and have the right to make this statement. I had the same story after first then had 2 gentle water births afterward. . Suffered 25 years and did have frequent PFPT and used pessary but Urogyn was not a specialist yet. I’m post op for grade 3 amd 4. No more Trapping stool and manually removing it (not from constipation I ate healthy and exercised daily). No more gaping vagina with the cervix and antidote wall protruding externally. No leaking, retention and pressure. Bowel and bladder function restored. Specialty functioning is much tighter but some discomfort and contractions are odd with levator muscles repaired. Travel far! Only a handful of Urogyns are skilled and have good outcomes. Imma physicians wife, I consulted with 8 urogyns and traveled and stayed in a hotel post op. Keep the uterus. It’s essential to prevent prolapse, prevent nerve damage and to maintain sexual and orgasmic functioning. Low risk vaginal approach is my preference. The leaders in the field prefer this approach. Young women! Use midwifery care as the obstetric culture routinely uses unnecessary interventions like episiotomy and vacuums that destroy the pelvic floor. Use gravity not instruments! Consult midwives before and after conception. Be wise consumers. Birth is not a medical event.
Can I ask yiu where you get this fixed? I need to do the same i am in so much discomfprt and xant function att all.
@@POCKBA Dr. G. Willy Davila, Fort Lauderdale is a world leader in Urogynecology. Women travel from all over for him. He’s a brilliant, experienced and skilled surgeon and an amazing human being too. I’ve referred over 50 women to him globally and they are all thrilled by the restoration of anatomy and function.
What do you mean by discomfort and contractions with levator muscles repaired? How was the levators repaired..? Was it plicated?
Thanks from Australia
I had surgery 10 weeks out . Not sure what it is like a mesh or what. My surgery was short in description. He called it interior and posterior colporrhaphy, perineoplasty, mid urethral sling and cystoscopy for Cystocele, rectocele, perineal insufficiency, stress urinary incontinence. I think I made a bad decision on doctor and I am switching. now. Thanks for the tips
That helped me so much
How do I know what stage I am in?. I have been seeing a specialist for about 2 years she never told me about surgery I receive a shot well 2 on my left side every 3 months. I have been to therapy it did help me and it felt so good. But it never changed anything. I have had this for over 4 yrs. I lived in TX What a nightmare I went through and they wouldn't listen to me.
So I am extremely young. I have had 3 vaginal births. I was just diagnosed with cystocele, rectocele ans uterine prolapse. I’m really scared cause my urogynocologist says the damage is done, and I most definitely have to get surgery. I’m worried about how long this is going to last since my age?
How are you today? Have you had to have surgery or using a pessary (not sure if I used correctword)? I'm similar to your situation and don't have anyone to talk to so I thought I'd asked a couple of you 🧡
If you look up Ali express there are a lot of electronic devices which you can use to help stimulate the muscles to help them hold up your organs and tighten the vagina. The comments say they work. I bought one for about $60 which is battery powered and it does seem to work but I have only had it for a week. I have had mesh surgery but it collapsed after 2 years and there has been a lot of pain. I am now in my 60s and have lived with this for decades so the fact that this little device seems to be helping after all these years is surprising.
@@peterobrien9367 please what is the name of the device?
@@peterobrien9367 Really!
@@peterobrien9367 if the ligaments supporting your pelvic floor were stretched then no amount of exercise with tighten them - only surgery. Likewise the soft tissue in your vagina isn't made of muscle. You can, however, exercise to strengthen your pelvic floor MUSCLES though, which supports your pelvic organs so can help somewhat.
Had my hysterectomy and bladder surgery 3 years ago I now have a Virginia vault prolapse stage 1
Pesaries wont stay in will I be better off having more surgery?
I just had this surgery I wasn’t leaking I could hold my pee for a hour or longer but I had a bump at the entrance at my V I had my surgery on nov.16.23 she said I was 2.5/3 I wish I tried something else. I had the surgery and I slept we’ll surgery BUT then I couldn’t pee enough so they put a catheter in me so it was scary ISSUES WITH MESH OMFG I DIDNT EVEN KNOW THERE WAS PROBLEMS WITH IT 😢 I’m regretting doing the surgery even tho I’m ok but it’s 4days later after my surgery. Wish I tried natural stuff first. Listening to your video and I wish I seen your video before.
@@segagirladventurespico how r u now?pljj reply d8d surgery help it
@shikha3027 im fine but i kind of wish i waited to find other options i hate that they used a mesh thing so probably best to try other options or talk to 2 or 3 doctors before making a choice. I thought it was suppose to last for life cuz my doctor said that and then when i spoke to my new doctor she said it only last 10y thats horrible:( so even tho im fine im worried about the futur cuz the surgery didnt hurt and recovering didnt hurt it eas after the surgery they want you to pee and j couldnt so they forced 2x a catheter in me to stay overnight at home and it was a nightmare and then after she removed it the doctor she shoved it again in me the catheter cuz i couldn't pee in the measuring cup thing i was too nervous cuz they want you tok pee asap and i couldnt cuz i was nervous. So i say see more then1 doctor and think of maybe other options like maybe natural mesh vs fake stuff inside you or try something else first... im fine atm i hope it lasts forever lol. Goodluck
@shikha3027 if your very bad then it works very well but see more then 1 doctor or 3 for options its free in canada but not in usa unless maybe insure i dont know how it works in usa. All the best to you and happy holidays
@@segagirladventurespico I'm from india and doctors r not that much sure..so I'm worried what to do?
How do you know which grade you have?
What happens to the body after a hysterectomy??? I’m so scared of all of this I’ve put off getting checked I’ve let my doc know that I wear bladder leak pads for the past 7 years but now the pain has gotten bad down there where I cannot even sit down down without pain down there and there feels like a bulge when I’m sitting on the toilet and I wipe and it hurts when I wipe there. I dno if it’s cancer or prolapse but the pain shoots up my my abdomen and makes me feel nauseas. I’m really scared of surgery
Go to the dr. Get diagnosis ask what the least you can do & the latest . Whatever is recommended . Get a 2nd. Opinion . You are in charge . You can say no to anything , or do your choice . Take your time on the decision.
Do not do a hysterectomy
I just,at surgery for bladder prolaspe stage 2 I think. I just got the mesh.I'm 40 with 4 children. The pain that starts from the incisions in my bikini line on each side that goes into my ligaments sucks though.
Do you have a bruised/ black eye? I ask because I have similar bruising in the corners of my own eyes.
Hello, I am considering getting this surgery, but I am a bit nervous. How are you feeling today? Are you experiencing any back pain, burning sensations, or any other issues that you would like to share?😊
I can’t find your link for the stay hydrated drink mix. It’s usually somewhere around the bell. Someone please respond. I will be so grateful. 🙏🙏🙏
And what is the name of it.
Just want to inform everyone, that another thing you can try is, to see an osteopath. They can do some manoevers to lift and reposition internal organs and especially the uterus! This can be so helpful, if you can find a good one! 🙏
Can you give more info on this? Any links?
@@melodyebuskin5490 UA-cam removed my answer with the link for some reason...
Look out for visceral osteopathy! 👌 Also the sacrum can be in the wrong position. Some therapists can manually reposition it, which can help as well.
❤ really informative
I need help with rectal prolapse Please help, I don’t want surgery. 😢😢
How are you now?
I am 45 and I have went through all the different avenues of trying to help my vault prolapse. I do not want surgery due to the mesh. For some reason I am so nervous about this surgery. I had a hernia repair 18 years ago and mesh was used. I had no issues. This time I am worried about it. I don't know what to do.
Thank you for your video. It did bother me somewhat when you said you had been working out/lifestyle preparation for 8 years. I am not in the best shape. My surgery is scheduled for next week. I am not feeling comfortable with the surgery. Especially after my preop today. My doctor is a OBG doctor.
How are you doing now? I'm soon to have this surgery.
How r u doing
The surgeon I am waiting to get into is hard to get into because he spends quite a bit of time in Africa doing this surgery for women over there who have a lot of problems because they start having babies too young and it messes them up pretty bad. He also no longer lives here but come about once a month or so. I have heard that some women have low back pain after similar surgeries so this is a concern that I will be talking with him about on the 29 of May, 2924. I am uneasy but I am tired of living this way. I would love to toss the pads but am so grateful to have them.
Did u have the surgery & have u had any back pain?
@@brendawarhop1436 July 29. Everything went well and I have had no back pain from it. It is nice not to have a hand full of bladder in my hand any more but it did nothing to help me with overactive bladder. I am saddened by this but it is OK because at least I am not worried that my innerds are going to fall out. I hope this helps.
Hi Jessica, I had a car accident and injured my foot, stress fracture. If there is anything I can do as my doctors forbid everything including swimming 😢
Size matters after hysterectomy prolapse??
What do you mean by “bulge”? What I’m trying to understand is what the benefits will be. I don’t feel like the slight urine leakage or frequency are worth getting surgery for but if it helped the constipation and/or prevented further uterine prolapse and/or these shooting pains that go up from the cervix & anus it might be… also the pain with sex… that might be worth it but I’m not sure about that one. If you ask me on a bad day I’d probably say yes… I really don’t know what to do.
To be graphic , picture a tongue protruding from your bum hole.