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Jomama51
September 15, 2006 - 11:58am
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Pessary
SusieQ: May I ask what type of prolapse you have? I am getting ready to go to the urogyn for a rectocele discussion, and want to discuss pessaries with her. Glad to hear yours is making you more comfortable. Many thanks.
jmqphd93
September 15, 2006 - 2:52pm
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More on Pessaries
To SusieQ and BaNa48,
There have been many posts on this forum about pessaries. Use the search to find the threads titled "Pessary" and "Choosing a Pessary." After you read through some of the posts, please come back with more questions.
Remember to read the FAQ page of the website as well as Christine's blogs.
Also, BaNa48 had a question about choosing a doctor. My suggestion would be first to ask other women - nothing like a personal recommendation from a trusted friend. You could also ask your primary care physician for a referral. Try calling a few gyn practices in your area, or even visit in person to ask about how much experience they have in dealing with prolapse issues. There are some practices that have only female doctors and staff. Good luck (-:
J.
SusieQ
September 15, 2006 - 3:06pm
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More pessary
Hi, Jomama5,
My primary prolapse is a cystocele with, as the doctor put it, the uterus going along for the ride. He didn't rate it with a number, just said it was moderate. I have heard that with pessaries a good fit is important, and urogyns do a lot of this. I wish you much success and would love to hear how it goes.
Many hugs, Carrie
beandippy
September 17, 2006 - 10:23pm
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more info
I recently did a google IMAGE search using the word pessary, and found lots of sites with many pictures of the different styles and explanations of the types of prolapse each is commonly used for. Lots of technical information, very helpful. The only thing not covered was the actual real experience angle - like the views I am thankful are shared here on this site. Take care, Glor