Genital pain typically refers to pain in the pelvic region. In women, genital pain means pain in the region that houses the reproductive organs. Genital pain can be acute or chronic, and it can arise due to various reasons. It can occur due to conditions in the digestive, reproductive, or urinary systems. 

Doctors have found that stresses affecting the pelvic floor tissues can also lead to genital pain in women. Sometimes, bodily stresses like pregnancy, difficult labor, or vaginal childbirth can cause uterine prolapse - a condition in which the uterus is displaced from its original position and slips down the vaginal canal. Uterine prolapse can also cause pain in the genital region. This article will explore the different types of genital pain and their causes and how uterine prolapse comes into the equation.

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Pregnancy puts your body through a lot of changes, both physically and emotionally. Though your body heals during the postpartum period (the period after childbirth), it does not go back to what it was before conceiving. And, as everything feels so different, especially for first-time mothers, this time can be overwhelming. The health of your pelvic floor may be one of your prime concerns during this transition.

Pelvic organ prolapse is one of the common complications occurring after childbirth. It is a condition that occurs when the supporting tissues of the pelvic organs are stretched and weakened. As a result, pelvic organs like the uterus, bladder, or rectum might slip from their original position and protrude out of the vagina. This article will explore the precautions you need to take during pregnancy and postpartum that can reduce the risk of pelvic organ prolapse.

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Pelvic pain refers to symptoms arising from different conditions affecting the reproductive, urinary, or digestive systems or from muscles and ligaments in the pelvic region. Although pelvic pain can occur in people of all sexes, it typically refers to pain in the pelvic region of females (or the region of the body housing the female reproductive organs).

Pelvic pain can be acute or chronic and occur for various reasons, but whatever the cause is, it can be highly uncomfortable and distressing. Posture pelvic cushions can help manage pelvic pain. These cushions help relieve pressure and provide angled support when you are sitting. This article will explore what posture cushions are and how they can help with pelvic or hip pain.

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The pelvic area houses some of the most important organs of the body. These organs are supported by various muscles, tissues, and ligaments. Sometimes certain stresses that the body goes through, such as pregnancy, difficult labor, childbirth, etc., weaken the support system of the pelvic organs. As a result, the pelvic organs drop down from their usual position and bulge out of the vagina.

If the tissues supporting the urinary bladder get stretched and weaken, it will cause the bladder to slip down and protrude out of the vagina. This condition is known as Bladder prolapse or Cystocele.

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Numerous women experience pelvic organ prolapse, which can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. When the bladder, uterus, or rectum slip out of position and press up against the vaginal walls, it is known as vaginal prolapse. There are a number of steps you can take to help avoid and manage pelvic organ prolapse without having a treatment or traveling to the hospital, even though surgery may occasionally be required to address it.

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Uterine prolapse, though not life-threatening, can be a serious condition that can negatively affect one’s quality of life. Thus, it is important to seek prompt treatment. However, uterine prolapse often goes noticed until it reaches severe conditions. This article explores the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of uterine prolapse, and how the condition can be treated.

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Anyone who has experienced menstrual pain and cramps would definitely not deny how upsetting they can be. Just imagining pain and discomfort in your genital region can feel dreadful. But, what if you feel pain in your vaginal or pelvic region and do not know what is causing it. It might get you anxious and leave you wondering what should you do about it. This article will explore 5 reasons you might be experiencing pelvic and vaginal pain.

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Bladder control problems are more common than you think. Studies show that bladder control problems are more prevalent among females. Approximately 50% of the women population experiences bladder control issues or urinary incontinence. If you are not familiar with this condition, this article will explore the causes and symptoms of bladder control problems and the treatment options available.

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Labor and multiple vaginal births can weaken the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments which compromises the support system of the uterus. The weakened uterine support causes the uterus to sag out of position and even protrude out of the vagina. This condition is known as uterine prolapse. In mild cases, uterine prolapse does not require treatment and can be managed by practicing certain self-care measures. However, in severe cases, females with uterine prolapse might need surgical therapy. This article will explore if it is possible to cure or reverse the condition yourself and what are treatment options available.

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Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that affects 75-80% of women. These growths are common in the age group of 20-30 years (the reproductive age) and are usually asymptomatic. When they are symptomatic, uterine fibroids can show symptoms like heavy menstrual bleeding, back pain, frequent urination, etc. The exact cause of uterine fibroid is not known yet. Small fibroids might not need any treatment. But larger fibroids need to be treated with medications or surgery. This article will explore the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of uterine fibroids.

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