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[DianaGonzalez]

I was diagnosed 6 weeks ago with a uterine prolapse grade 2.  I had a re-evaluation last week and my OB/GYN grades it at a 1-1 1/2 now.  I have beenworried about exercising because I don't want to do anything that will make my prolapse worse.  My GYN did not feel that exercising would make it worse but he gave me an inflatoball pessary to use while I exercise to help hold things up and to make me feel more comfortable.  He did not fit it for me, he just shwed me how it worked and told me how to use it.  So I would only use it about an hour while I work out and then remove it and clean it.  I have not used it yet as I am a little uneasy about it.  Anyone else use this type of pessary while exercising?  Is it uncomfortable and is it going to be bad for me to use all time because it is latex?  My sister suggested exercising a couple of times without it and see how I feel and then if I feel I need it to start using it during workouts then.  Also, does anyone know what are the best types of exercises for aerobics, building strength, core and ab work are that will not make a prolapse worse and may help improve one?  My GYN also said if I lost about 20 lbs that would help my prolapse resolve some too (I gained 80 lbs with my last pregnancy and I am 9 weeks PP and still have 50-6-0 lbs to lose).

Desperate to exercise again, just unsure what kind of workout will be best :)

~Diana

[Lennox Hoyte, M.D.]

Most women who hsve had vaginal deliveries will have grade i or 2 prolapse. This is usually not a problem unless it feels really uncomfortable, is getting in the way of intercourse, or is affecting your bladder or bowel function. If you do not have symptoms,  and your bladder is emptying well, then the prolapse can safely be ignored. There is no data to support using a pessary in cases of mild prolapse like yours, even with exercise. If you are truly concerned about prolapse, please consult with a trsined urogynecologist before beginning any therapy. Again, grade 1-2 prolapse is considered mild, and is usually left untreated.

[Alicia2003]

How do I keep my grade 1-2 prolapse, bladder and rect from going to a 3? I'm 36 and don't want it to get any worse!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What are the stats?

[Alicia2003]

Did you find out any info I am in the same boat as you are in, and would love any info you have found out.

[DianaGonzalez]

I have read that many exercises will make a uterine prolapse worse.  This is where I struggle.  I want to exercise but I don't want to do anything to make it worse.  I have heard that pretty much all ab exercise is out because it will push things down farther.  Is this true?  If so, what exercises are ok to do that will not make this worse?  Any exercises that will make it better?

Thanks again,

~Diana