full blown prolapse

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Thanks to a horrid intestinal problem and straining I have now progressed to a full blown uterine prolapse and bladder prolapse. My doctor tells me that the prolapse won't come out any further. The doctor also believes that the bladder prolapse is pressing on the rectum and causing the impaction of the intestines. Has anyone else ever had this problem? and how have you dealt with it? I am about ready to try anything, even surgery, to stop the pain. Thanks for any info. you might have to share.

Hi cinder60,
Sorry to hear of your troubles. The bladder wouldn't be pressing on the rectum, but the uterus could. I certainly have had my fair share of that. That is why getting that uterus lifted off the rectum and your pelvic organs moving forward is so important.
I know you have been dealing with these issues for quite some time, and from reading over your older posts, I am not seeing a clear understanding of the Whole Woman work. I was wondering what materials you have of Christine's? If you could tell us where you are with the work, maybe we could give you some better guidance; otherwise, it really may be time for you to book a consult with Christine. She may be able to fully explain to you what is going on and how you should proceed.

Actually reading back again, I came upon this great thread with some really good advice:

https://wholewoman.com/forum/node/4839

Well worth rereading.
I think getting a better understanding of the Whole Woman work would really be most beneficial to you. Besides the book, which I see you do have, maybe look into some of the videos. First Aid for Prolapse would be a great one to start with. Christine really does take you through the process with tips about every day living and exercises to help strengthen the posture. Something you might want to consider.

I am considering a consult with Christine since even the newest of her books is hard for me to figure out exactly what the posture is supposed to be. I hated ballerina training as a kid and most of the exercises seem to be a lot like those. I have been trying over the years to eat well, drink lots and exercise and have pretty much maintained the prolapse at a point where I could live with it comfortly. I have never been able to push it completely back in and the other day the doctor couldn't either. That makes taking the prescription for the bacterial vaginitious questionable and I hate to take pills. I haven't gotten the results of the fecal tests back yet. Seems like when one thing gets out of whack everything else follows suit. I am really lery of using a pessiary (especially since I wouldn't be able to take it in & out by myself) and I am not really considering surgery (most days). If the doctor had not mis-diagnosed me many years ago I believe that I would have had a much easier time with all of this. Anyway, I'm just feeling sorry for myself since life was going along just fine. Now the prolapse hurts like heck when it decides to fall back into place and it is usually when I am at work and dealing with a customer.
Thanks a lot "Aging gracefully" for your response and I wish you the best in 2017.

Hi cinder60,
I have had those days too, so I know where you are coming from. If nothing else, getting down on knees and forearms and breathing deeply into your belly, or doing some belly rolls while you are there can feel pretty damn good and relaxing. Also, jiggling and firebreathing several times a day can go a long way to making a severe prolapse feel better.
Sometimes people need a little extra help and more of a hands on approach for better understanding of some things. A skype might not be a bad idea either.
Best wishes to you.

I really think that stress has played a major part. I hate Nov & Dec. and a good friend died on my birthday (thanksgiving) this year. Overall a real bummer. Plus having a bacterial vaginal infection contributes to being a bummer. Guess I will eat heaps more yogurt & hope that the meds ( gel) work. I can't get the get actually into the vagina, but I don't want to take the pills. This is my second shot at it and if this doesn't work then I guess the pills will have to be tried. Don't know what else to try and the cramping is very painful. So have a good weekend. We are expecting 3/4 of an inch of ice here in Oregon. Happy 2017!