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Surgery Overview Vaginal closure surgery (vaginal obliteration) is done when the uterus has …
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… Surgery Overview Vaginal wall prolapse (vaginal vault prolapse) occurs when the upper … its normal shape and drops down into the vaginal canal or outside of the vagina. During …
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… Surgery Overview Stress incontinence in women can cause … so you can cough at the surgeon's request to test the tape's support of your urethra. Other … Tension-free vaginal tape is used to correct stress incontinence caused by sagging of the …
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… Transmitted Infections Series What is a vaginal yeast infection? A vaginal yeast … may include taking pills orally, using creams or ointments on genital skin or inserting tablets or creams into the vagina. Some treatments …
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… fistulas. Radiation treatment for pelvic cancer. A period of inflammatory bowel disease … fistulas. Radiation treatment for pelvic cancer. A period of inflammatory bowel disease …
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Topic Overview What is a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC)? If you have had a caesarean delivery (also called a C-section) before, you may be able to deliver your next baby vaginally. This is …
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… Treatment Overview A vaginal pessary is a removable device placed … with the fit. After menopause, estrogen (cream, ring, or tablets) is sometimes used … with the fit. After menopause, estrogen (cream, ring, or tablets) is sometimes used …
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… is the worst pain you can imagine? 8 to 10: Severe pain Severe pain 5 to 7: Moderate pain Moderate pain 1 to 4: Mild pain Mild pain When this bleeding was …
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… can talk to your doctor about them. Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Should I Have Surgery? 1 Get … facts Your options Have surgery for pelvic organ prolapse. Manage your symptoms for now … surgery. Key points to remember Pelvic organ prolapse usually causes only mild …
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… Overview A rash in your vaginal area ( vulva ) may be caused by … on humans and survive by feeding on blood. Yeast infection (cutaneous candidiasis), which … may need to be drained. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . Sores, blisters, or …