Pat ElliottExpertHERWriterGuideBlogger(reply to msjanenow)
Hi msjanenow - A pessary is a rubbery, doughnut-shaped device that's inserted by your doctor into the upper portion of the vagina. It helps to prop up the uterus and bladder, and temporarily prevents sagging into the vagina. It will need to be removed for cleaning and before sexual intercourse.
Several EmpowHer members have written to us about their experiences with using a pessary, and you may find their comments of interest.
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Hi msjanenow - A pessary is a rubbery, doughnut-shaped device that's inserted by your doctor into the upper portion of the vagina. It helps to prop up the uterus and bladder, and temporarily prevents sagging into the vagina. It will need to be removed for cleaning and before sexual intercourse.
Several EmpowHer members have written to us about their experiences with using a pessary, and you may find their comments of interest.
https://www.empowher.com/community/ask/does-anyone-have-any-information-using-pessary-cystocele
https://www.empowher.com/community/share/super-tampon-helps-prolapse?page=2
https://www.empowher.com/news/herarticle/2009/08/06/pessaries-what-are-they-and-when-do-you-use-them
https://www.empowher.com/community/ask/my-cervix-hanging-down-my-vagina-i-am-older-woman-and-have-had-3-births-i-am-concerned
If you'd like additional information just let us know and we'd be happy to help.
November 23, 2009 - 6:53pmTake good care,
Pat
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