prolapsed

Fallen out of place

Prolapsed describes an organ or body part that has slipped from its normal position, typically protruding through an opening or into an adjacent cavity.

Most commonly refers to a prolapsed uterus, bladder, or rectum.

The past participle of prolapse, functioning as an adjective: a prolapsed disc in the lower spine.

treatment

pessary

Device supporting pelvic organs

pelvic floor exercises · reduction · estrogen therapy · biofeedback · splinting · surgical repair · reconstructive surgery

anatomy

uterus

Female reproductive organ

organ · pelvic floor · valve · intestine · urethra · cervix · hemorrhoid · stoma · umbilical · inguinal

symptoms

pain

Bodily or emotional distress

protrusion · heaviness · dragging · soreness · tenderness · irritation · incontinence · constipation · bleeding · backache

medical

diagnosis

Identification of illness

degenerative · complication · management · specialist · examination · staging · grading · recurrence · risk factors · childbirth

recovery

rehabilitation

Recovery from injury/addiction

recuperation · mobility · exercise · therapy · progress · patience · regimen · self-care · postoperative care · gradual return

Categories
Opposites
anatomical position

prolapsedin situ

At original location

in place · intact · supported · elevated · reduced

Family

prolapse, prolapses

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Rated PG-13