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A urogynecologist can be defined as a doctor who has received special training in diagnosing and treating women with pelvic floor disorders. A urogynecologist can offer additional expertise to what a gynecologist and a urologist can offer. Few people know about urogynecology because it is a fairly new subspecialty of gynecology. However, it is growing fast, and more and more people are seeking out their services. If you are planning a trip to the urogynecologist, here are some questions most people ask.
What medical conditions does a urogynecologist treat?
Other than treating pelvic floor disorders, urogynecologists also treat urinary incontinence and fecal incontinence. According to a study, about one out of every three women suffer from one of the above conditions. Urinary and fecal incontinence is where a person loses control of those functions. The pelvic floor is a system of muscles, tissues, and ligaments that support organs such as the bladder, vagina, urethra, rectum and small bowel. The weakening of the tissue, ligaments and muscles is a pelvic floor disorder that can often lead to prolapse if left untreated.
What is pelvic organ prolapse?
Pelvic organ prolapse in urogynecology can be described as when a woman’s organ in the pelvic area drops from its normal position and starts pushing against the vagina walls. This happens when the downward pressure exerted by the organ is greater than the combined strength of the tissue, ligaments, and muscles supporting the organs. If a woman suffers from a prolapse, they start feeling fullness in the vagina, and as the prolapse gets worse, the tissue can protrude from the lady’s vagina.
What could cause pelvic floor disorder and incontinence?
Some factors could increase your chances of suffering a prolapse such as childbirth and obesity. Smoking and obesity have been known to contribute to urinary incontinence. Other causes of pelvic floor disorders include heavy lifting, genetics, chronic disease, and surgery.
What can I do on my own to improve my incontinence?
To strengthen your pelvic floor muscles you can do Kegel exercises. The exercises are known to help with bladder control and also prevent pelvic floor disorders from occurring. You can also increase your fiber intake to ease the amount of stress you put on your bowels. Bladder training can also help control the timing of urination.
What other treatments are available?
Pelvic floor disorders occur in various degrees, and there are various treatments available including medications and minimally invasive surgery. The urogynecologist will recommend the best treatment for you.
Living with a Pelvic floor disorder or decal or urine incontinence can be difficult and embarrassing, but the good news is that with the help of a urogynecologist it can get better.
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