Overview: Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Have you experienced some loss of bladder control lately? Have you felt a pressure in your pelvic area that won't go away? Pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse? Does it constantly feel like you are wearing a tampon, and it's falling out?

If so, you may be suffering from pelvic organ prolapse (POP), a common but rarely discussed condition in which organs in the pelvic region shift out of their normal position, or prolapse.

Pelvic organ prolapse, sometimes known as "dropped bladder," can be uncomfortable both physically and emotionally. Women with pelvic organ prolapse tend to limit their daily activities and avoid sex because of pelvic pain and the need to urinate frequently.

What are common symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse?

If you suffer from this condition, you are not alone and you can find help. Click here to assess your symptoms and learn about treatment options that may be right for you.