Pelvic Organ ProlapseExams and Tests
A prolapse of a pelvic organ is
sometimes difficult to diagnose.
Pelvic organ prolapse that does not cause symptoms is
often discovered during a routine exam. You may be aware that there is a
problem but be unsure of the exact location or cause. If prolapse is suspected,
your doctor will take your medical history, including your symptoms and your
history of pregnancies and other health problems, and perform a physical exam,
including a
pelvic exam.
Tests that may be done to
determine the nature of a prolapse include:
Doctors use a classification system to determine the level
of an organ's prolapse. Identifying the exact level of prolapse helps guide
decisions about which treatments are most likely to offer long-term success.
One standard
classification uses "stages" of prolapse and is based
on how close the lowest part of the organ is to the opening of your vagina (the
hymen).4
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