Bladder prolapse is common/ exercises, pessary and surgery can help!

Pelvic organ prolapse is extremely common and things such as a prolapsed uterus can have many symptoms. You could also have vaginal prolapse with which can't have treatments. Rectal prolapse is common as well as a prolapsed bladder. In this video I give you a lot of information help understand why you don't need to be embarrassed but need to seek help.
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[@Waseem.210]

Thank you! Simple yet amazing and well explained! As a medical student it has given me a great push in regards to this topic!! God bless

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

It’s an amazing topic and patients truly need your help. If you decide to go into this field, it is very gratifying to make a huge difference in their life.

[@carolchism5742]

I had vaginal and rectal prolapse… surgery did not help!! Within 3 days it felt no better than before!! I was devastated as I was a waitress and a single mom!! Make a long story short… a pessary ring saved me ! I got the smallest one and 13 years later it is still working!!! I am 70!!!😀👍

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Pessaries do work well if you’re willing. A lot of people really don’t want that and they want surgery right away. In my experience surgery works well but it needs to be done by an experienced surgeon.

[@carolchism5742]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary I supposedly had one of the best … I went in 3 times after my surgery telling him I was feeling the same falling out as before . He would give me a quick check and say nothing is wrong… I am I excellent shape with no health problems so it really bothers me. He retired shortly afterwards and I ended up going with a pessary. I had the “ mesh sling” which is totally different than the surgery my mom had years prior and she never had a problem. But , all’s well that ends well I guess, and thankful for the pessary, it has worked out wonderfully for me! 👍

[@highbany]

That’s great news and comforting for the rest of us.

[@irenedorish4794]

Can younhavevsex with a ring

[@evawebdale3066]

​@@carolchism5742see❤❤😮😅

[@evagutierrez5292]

Great information‼️❤️😍👍

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Glad you think so!

[@eleanorbenner1885]

Thank you so much for this. Currently not using pessary becuae of 30# weight loss. Hope it keeps ok.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Weight loss is important and pessaries can help. You just need to feel comfortable and not feel limited by the prolapse. Keep fighting.

[@Warmfireandtea]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary. I have one. They are hard to remove tho. I do it seldom. Hurts too. Without it I have tissue poking out a little. Terrible.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@Warmfireandtea they can be difficult but pessaries can stay in for up to 3-5 months and your doctor can remove, clean and replace.

[@erehquelam]

im 13. randomly while I was laying down, I felt something pop or like abit crack inside me. I feel like it was coming from where near my private area was, and im too scared to check. I don't know if my uterus dropped but im scared to even walk. I feel a small bulge inside me, but im not sure if I felt the exact same before. I wanna go to the bathroom and check, but ill be horrified if I really have a prolapse.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@erehquelam at your age most likely it is not prolapse, but you should certainly see your pediatrician and have that evaluated. It will be a little bit embarrassing, but it’s worth understanding what’s going on.

[@wendysmith5996]

Tell the dr or an adult. Hope your ok

[@cindyalexis616]

Too bad that Dr. Mcqueary is in Tennessee if I lived in Tennessee I definitely would have tried to go see him to see if he can do my surgery. It is so hard to find someone that you can trust with Somethings so personal and delicate.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

There are many great surgeons out there, where are you located?

[@cindyalexis616]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Staten Island,N.Y I have seen one urologist/gyno surgeon but the only surgery she has offered was the sacrocolpopexy i’d rather not deal with a Passary and I am not thrilled about having a mesh inside me she said the way they do the mesh now it does not pose any kind of health risk and it is not the one that they have banned using but I’m not comfortable with that still

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@cindyalexis616 see if a dermal graft, I use Dermapure, with sacrospinous ligament suspension could be done. I use this vaginal only technique very safely all the time.

[@cindyalexis616]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary I will definitely ask her she said they need to do some kind of urolo diagnosis test before surgery and she also said after the surgery I would need to be able to work about 6 to 8 weeks no lifting anything heavier than a gallon of milk and no flying for three months. This is why I have been avoiding it because it seems it is a very nasty surgery with a very difficult recovery, it feels more like it’s my cervix and uterus coming out not my bladder that is where it’s most uncomfortable in that area.. My last period was extremely heavy, and seems that my cervix came out pretty much to stage 3 im afraid to shower! I was terrified when I came out of the shower, jumped upstairs and put my feet up so it could go back in so scared!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@cindyalexis616 get another opinion that is much stricter than my thoughts. I can see how intimidating those requirements would be.

[@sianniward]

Awesome Video explaining what initially feels like an overwhelming health issue. Although it is not a life or death issue if you have prolapse, it can feel like it is. You are conscious of it at all times. Thank you for explaining with "Doctor Speak!"

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

It is still a severe issue that is difficult to live with. Hope you can find help!

[@cindyalexis616]

I have been trying to avoid the surgery for a few years, thinking that I can fix it with diet and exercise but it just keeps coming and going and it seems to have gotten worse now I want to be able to enjoy the rest of my life picking up my grandbabies dancing Exercising without worrying anymore and I don’t wanna have a surgery that I’m going to have to worry about the serious complications and future complications that I keep hearing about

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Pick a great doctor. Ask your gyn for a referral to a Urogynecologist! They can give you all the options so you can choose what is right for you!

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

I am stage 4 pelvic floor prolapse. A few years ago I had my uterus removed. Now my bladder fills my hand. I am going in for some big surgery July 30. They will pull up everything and attach it to my sacrum. The doctor said it is a mess. I can't remember everything he said but basically i am a mess. I am hoping this is a safe surgery for me. He has me putting a tiny pill inside to strengthen the tissues before surgery. He will also use mesh for the bladder sling. It will be robotic. Any suggestions? I don't get along with anesthesia as I have a difficult time waking up and it takes a long time. Thanks.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

You are having a surgery called a Sacral Colpopexy. It is a very effective surgery using mesh attaching the upper vaginal area directly to ligaments on the tailbone. It’s a very effective procedure if done by the right person. The bladder sling is also very effective and should be great ways to fix your problems. I’ve seen the effectiveness for both of these procedures to be over 95%.

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary That sounds great. Thanks for the encouragement. Dr. Ty Erickson is my doctor and he goes to Africa and does this for the poor, mistreated women over there and does a lot of them here in the US as well. I feel pretty good about it but I do not look forward to the waking up part. That always seems to be the worst part of any surgery I have had. Thanks.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

​​⁠ good luck with your surgery and post operative recovery! There are many medications that can help with nausea after the surgery. Ask anesthesia to help.

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Oh, thank you for that but my problem is waking up. It is horrible and takes a very long time.

[@joanneshaw3071]

I hope your surgery went well

[@KarenJilge]

I had a hysterectomy about two years ago. The dtr then told me i need to see a urologist for baddler prolapse. It is so bad now about the size of a lemon. Even bigger a times. Scared to death of surgery. Your channel is helping me. I see urologist on 28. And very nervous

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Don’t be scared but just make sure you feel comfortable with the person and their recommendations. Send another message when you have a treatment plan.

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

Hi Karen. Did you get surgery and if so how are you doing. I hope all is well with you now.

[@thetruthbetold961]

I have stage 4 bladder prolapse. I am 76. I am so glad to see this video. I wish you were my doctor! Even at stage 4 I can live with this bulge as long as it doesn't get huge! Lately there has been slight bleeding because of the irritation caused by pads worn because of slight bladder leakage. Is there a cream or gel that I can apply to the pad or onto the bulge itself without any harm? This is all I need right now. If you could kindly respond to this question, I would be most grateful. Thank you!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

You are tougher than most, a stage 4 prolapse is difficult to live with. A pessary could be helpful. Estrogen cream can be helpful but Cerave cream OTC is not harmful. Petroleum jelly can help with irritation as well.

[@thetruthbetold961]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Thank you so much for this much needed info!🥰

[@cindymolesky3492]

Thank You. It's such a personal subject, it's difficult to talk about. ♥️

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Thatis why I am here to talk about difficult subjects and help you understand that you are not alone. More of your friends have these problems than you realize.

[@Sunny-xq1tn]

Yes, thank you doctor!

[@victoriahannah1633]

There is life after prolapse. Oh I can so relate to this. In 2018 I had prolapse surgery for uterus & bladder failing out. My back hurt and I had such pressure. I was basically home bound due to constant having to urinate. If we went out for quick meal & I could sit I could handle that. So I had the surgery 2018. So 5 weeks post op my bladder doesn’t hold up to the surgery and prolapses again. So I was having some issues with my tissues healing so I had to wait until August of 2019 to have surgery again. Then came Covid. Still not finished in 2021 I had to have a total knee replacement. I’m doing great now but I’m not going to lie it took me some time to physically ,mentally, and emotionally heal. I couldn’t do pessary they just came right out. My worst times were when there were low pressures in the area. The pressure was just horrible. The surgery wasn’t too bad and from the prolapse surgery by the 5-6 week I felt pretty decent. I had robotic surgery and yes I still had post op pain but not as bad as previous surgeries.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Hope you continue to heal but your story is one I hear every day!

[@jacintagamble-brunson1483]

How is the sex life after ?

[@AlejandraOsiakowski]

​@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Hi DR. Thank you 🙏 for such a great info & for responding to our comments. ❤

[@TheWorldsAlchemist1111]

I lost 60 pounds and did Keagle exercises all throughout the day for months and months and it made a huge difference. It also helped with bladder leakage from childbirth. ❤

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Kegels exercises definitely help but not for everyone. Glad you did well.

[@spiritualskin5104]

How did u lose weight . I am from India, a doctor, mother of 2 kids . Recently diagnosed with prolapse of bladder .... So many exercises are out of option now . How to lose weight ?

[@TheWorldsAlchemist1111]

@@spiritualskin5104 1. Never stress your mind and body with exercise. If we make it a job our brain and body will shut down and we won’t lose anything. 2. Making sure you are taking the proper vitamins and nutrients so you don’t get sick or lose your hair. 3. Completely getting rid of sugar. 4. Intermittent fasting. 5. Cardio/ but as for me I don’t like working out so my body doesn’t lose anything. I sing, and dance around my house and just move my body. This meditation has really helped with my health overall. I self healed and I love myself now. I hope all of you can change your lives too. Sending everyone love & light. ☮️🌎☯️💟

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

@@spiritualskin5104 Look into keto or just low carb. Best to you.

[@desertsunset8025]

​@spiritualskin5104 I had surgery . It went well and I'm relieved to not have the prolapse on my walks .

[@lovelocked5385]

Pelvic floor exercises are wonderful. I luckily only had one baby when I was young. Im 50 with strong pevics 💪

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Great job

[@BenazeerDiary]

Can you please tell me which exercises did you do.?

[@sandralazarus7338]

Dr, you are so nice, I loved this information. God bless you, dear.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

So nice of you to say!

[@cindyalexis616]

It is terrible. I am only 53 but I feel like I am 90 very uncomfortable specially, when I’m running around I have a barbecue coming up or I have to cook and entertain and I’m terrified.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Fear of the unknown, many great doctors out there that can help you!

[@lesleygordon5262]

Thankyou so much for explaining so well

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lisasampson2058]

May GOD bless you Doctor McQueary

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I already feel so blessed to have taken care of so many people throughout the years and be able to positively affect their lives. But thank you for your comments.

[@robinlabranche6147]

I'm sorry I don't understand if this is normal. Why are women not told this especially after having children. I feel its a set-up by the medical field. I'm 63 now have bladder prolaspe and my cervix has fallen and possible stage 1 rectal prolaspe. I think this happened to me b/c of hard coughing from being sick last year. I also had a UFE 2011 now my uterine lining is scared, to thick (to thick to be bisoped b/c uterus is scared) and possible change in fibroids increasing in size (up in size). I started BHT after menopause I guess it did'nt help because I still ended up with proplase. I had a UFE to keep my uterus to keep my organs in place and still ended up with prolaspe. I was fitted with a pressary last week, but was told it is something I won't be able to wear one forever. I was told my only options are remove the uterus use mesh or use my own tissue. Was told using my own tissue could only lead to prolaspe again. How do you determine if your tissue is strong enough to be used? Do you know of any doctors in the Chicago area?

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

hope my explanation helps

[@barbarawilliams7022]

This video is so informative! Where in Tennessee are you? I’m moving to Nashville soon and would love to visit your office! My prolapse started because I picked up something way too heavy! Ugh! Never again! Subscribed to your channel!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Located in Bristol Tennessee about 4 hours from Nashville.

[@elizabethbryan7601]

Thank you increasing my knowledge about this troublesome issue.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Happy to help! These are real problems that have great solutions.

[@cindyalexis616]

Thank you so much. This was so informative. I’ve been battling with stage two cystocele and rectocele for about three years now I have seen a PT and it relieve the symptoms but they tend to always come back. I have lost weight but the minute I gain two or 3 pounds I feel pressure I am 53 and perimenopause, and still getting my menstrual cycle but very heavy and very irregular now my last one seemed to have pushed the prolapse out to probably a stage three scared me to death. I do not want mesh anything foreign inside me I’ve been trying to avoid the surgery I cannot pick up my grandbabies. I cannot run around too much without suffering later on having to put my feet up the pressure is unbearable, especially right before my menstrual cycle is supposed to come, I have periods where I can go a week or two without any symptoms but now I’m at a point where I welcome the surgery but do not want mesh seems to be more my uterus and cervix than my bladder. I’ve gone to a urogyno and my bladder seems to be working fine and I empty completely I asked for a hysterectomy, but they said that would not help my problem completely. What would you suggest? I am truly exhausted

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

You need help and this is a severe life disabling problem that most people don’t understand. Surgery without mesh is very possible but use of biological skin grafts are extremely effective. Hysterectomy can be but is not always necessary. Good luck.

[@renarodgers3100]

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[@nancyschulte1905]

​@@DrJeffreyMcQueary😊9

[@leonebritt4879]

I feel so sorry for you! I have mild to moderate and that's bad enough.

[@karenlowe3949]

If you have not gotten a password yet, please consider getting one. It has helped me immensely. My problem is prolapsed uterus and bladder. It is at least at a very moderate stage. And pelvic floor therapy, along with the pessary may help you.

[@kabirtoys33]

I m 27 years old and coz of weakness i m suffering this uterus prolapse help me

[@Warmfireandtea]

Go to a OB.gyn dr .

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Even being young you can have prolapse problems! Get to a Urogynecologist who specializes in this type of surgery. A pessary can help as well.

[@kabirtoys33]

@@Warmfireandtea There is no such good gyn.dr. dear

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@kabirtoys33 so sorry to hear that.

[@nancycook7802]

Thank you for this video. I am considering possible surgery so this helps prepare me for the consultations on the various methods used. Great delivery of the information too.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Yes, this way you will be able to go in fully prepared to ask great questions and hopefully get excellent answers that make sense.

[@aidal.arnaldy4726]

My gynecologist told me to go to a urologist,that he couldn’t help me.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Although there are some urologists that do pelvic surgeries, it is less common. See if you can find a urogynecologist. Where do you live?

[@Mebbe308]

This doctor is lovely. Easy to talk to and kind

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Thanks, you are too kind.

[@CindyKranz]

I'm. CNA and lifting and repositioning people has made mine fall out I remember the day it happened I was transferring a patient and I had to Bear their weight and I felt something fall out of me and I put my residence back in bed then went to the bathroom to see what it was and my nurse/supervisor said it was a prolapse uterus from lifting all the heavy people

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

A uterus can fall but you have options. Certainly consider a pessary so go to your gynecologist and ask to be fitted for that. A pessary can help you keep working and feeling comfortable with lifting patients. Surgery could also help but you need to be careful with lifting with can lead to failure.

[@CindyKranz]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Thank you

[@marissagonzalez7195]

I am 74 years old and have been dealing with uterine prolapse wish I had you for as my Dr.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I would be happy to be your doctor

[@shirlburris-fg8eq]

Friggin cancer center doctor tells me crap. Ive been having pain and burning. She acts like whatever. Had full hysterectomy from cancers. Had prolapsed uterus quite often in my 30s. Now i have like a narrow balloon like bulge falling down. Couldn't insert meds

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

It is very common to have prolapse after having had a hysterectomy for cancer. They tend to take out more supportive tissue and later on the upper vagina, very commonly will fail and fall down. This sounds like what your problem is and you should be evaluated by a gynecologist and if they don’t feel comfortable with repair and they should send you to, a urogynecologist.

[@elishagabriell6529]

I've had a bladder prolopse since 2018 after a hysterectomy, I tried several pessarys. One I had an allergic reaction to, my body simply pushed the other 2 out immediately. I'll watch this to the end to see if you have any other ideas. Many thanks for attempting to help women!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Glad if the information helped you! Please consider surgical repair so you don’t need to suffer. But you need to find a surgeon you can trust.

[@elishagabriell6529]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary I will be making more money in the next 3-4 months with my new biz. I will come see you in Tennessee and get something wonderful done. There are no surgeons here that I can trust, or that have your experience.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@elishagabriell6529happy to help you!

[@aprilfisher2928]

Yes great information so far very well explained. Thanks

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Glad it was helpful!

[@blueblue4506]

Im 16 why did it happen i never had a child i never had a sex im so embarrassed

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

No need to be embarrassed just seek help. You may have a genetic disorder that gives you weakness, even though you’ve never had a child.

[@blueblue4506]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary ty I'll find the courage to

[@atiyabukhari229]

I have my prolapse at 32 some time i feel so devastated and down i cannot feel normal i feel like m dying

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Just take heart that there can be help. Just seek the right doctor who can help you with your prolapse issues.

[@ohmikesroh5904]

Thank you doctor.. Your video is very informative, and I learned a lot from your video, which I am going to share with my sister.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Hope it gives you the information needed!

[@kristinak442]

This has been one of the best videos I have seen on this matter. Thank you ! I wish I lived in Tennessee to see you.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Hope you can find help!

[@grimalkin5706]

Thank you. Your video actually relieved me that I can get this taken care of and not be too embarrassed to seek help

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Please seek help but hopefully you have more information to make a great decision.

[@loriprieur6729]

I just had a total hysterectomy and prolapse repairs. That was just in mid July. Hoping to not have to repeat this.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I hope that it fixes your problems and that you have a long-term repair.

[@isokenjoy6779]

I just had a relief listening to you. Thank you for making me to understand that it is not life threatning. I shall be seeing my Dr next week. God bless and increase you in wisdom.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Wonderful! You are very welcome. My videos are just to help!!

[@zhinizone]

Hi am 30.two vaginal delivery my second kid is 2yrs i have prolapsed uterus for 6months and still my abdomen is looks like 7months pregnant upper is bulged and tight lower belly is like so soft like a old clothes i went for different gynaecologist they said it couldn't be back normal you are in between 1 and 2.... i worrying much about my kids😢

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

So sorry to hear your problems. If you are worried try to find a gynecologist who can help you. You shouldn’t suffer for years without help!

[@violetblue4155]

Thank you, doctor Mcquery, great, professional, humble, helpful, video! Blessings 🙏🏼💙🌷

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@violetblue4155 thanks

[@marylynch951]

Thank you Doctor I am puzzled as to why women don't want to talk about prolapse I myself do have a prolapse As yet not sure if i want to go down the route of surgery I have done a good bit of research and also got information leaflets I am seeing my consultant in a few months there is lots of questions i want to ask

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

These things are embarrassing and are very difficult to talk about most women. I’m glad that you are able to tackle this straight on.

[@marylynch951]

​@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Thank you Doctor

[@_mikasa-wc3cb]

Hello doc. I m 22. I know its not common for me to have a dropped bladder. I went to the gynae. The vaginal opening is completely blocked by the bulge that coming down. I had some constipation issues as well. Doc advised kegel exercise. I want to ask is there certain exercise which i should avoid to not make the prolapse worse. Please let me know. Secondly can kegel exercise help lifting the bladder or will i face difficulty with intercourse. Should i be worried. Even it required surgery will it affect the intimacy?

[@athenalove3082]

I want to know that 2

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

first question, have you had children? Sure kegels exercises and pelvic floor therapy can help just avoid straining and heavy lifting, that will increase the prolapse severity. With intercourse you can feel some blockage that could be helped with surgery.

[@_mikasa-wc3cb]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary no children. Can I do exercise like running and jumping?

[@lucygomez2819]

@@DrJeffreyMcQuearyHello Dr. I will be turning 49yrs old on the 27th of this month, well last week I felt very uncomfortable dwn there so I took it upon myself to take a picture (I’m pretty sure I wasn’t alone to do this idea ) if I start to do floor exercises will it help me go to restroom like #2 I am constipated I won’t lie I was pretty scared. But Seeing your video calm me dwn I thought it was very explanatory. Thank you very. much Doctor thank you my Dr appt will be on the 6th of June.

[@Flexy98658]

On transvaginal sonograme my Dr saw the line of my uterus is 3cm What I need to do next? No symptoms

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Is the thickness 3 mm or 3 cm those are very different measurements. 3 mm not a problem and 3 cm must be evaluated by biopsy or D and C.

[@Flexy98658]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary 30mm , 3cm shows on my papers

[@Flexy98658]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary what is that mean D or C?

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Scrapping of the uterine lining

[@Flexy98658]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Thank you!

[@nellieburciaga4596]

Thank you Doctor for your Awesome video.very understandable explanation ❤

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Hope it helps!

[@slobaskitchen8793]

Oh God I can see so many womens has prolaps problem ,I was always active and 3 years ago I noticed something there,Gynaecologist said bladder prolaps stage 1, He offers me something he call Votive , 3 treatments for 3,500$ but not guaranteed ( only up to 2 years to be ok )or pessary nbr,5 Everything was new to me I was scared and said , I am wearing pessary but it’s frustrating to take and put in and I notice I have more discharge on pessary, Trying to lose weight and exercise,I don’t understand how come some women has that some don’t. Also does estrogen cream helps? It’s so frustrating but pessary helps me to feel more confident,I don’t have any pain or problem with pee , only if I am all day to long on my feet it’s comes out, It’s very hard to find honest and trustworthy doctor, Thanks ❤️

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Estrogen cream can help if you are menopausal. Surgery or a pessary is not typically needed for mild prolapse. You may want another opinion on your prolapse to see if this is worse than stated and if this could be fixed.

[@slobaskitchen8793]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary thank you so much ❤️🙏

[@Gerti03]

thank you!! best video so far on this miserable topic!! my experience: I am 78, had hystorectomy in my 40ties 1 child now 1 year into bladder prolapse stage 4 not overweight, healthy lifestyle. what helps me: Kegel exercises, pelvic strengthening exercises, Sex ( pushes the bladder into place, often for a whole day!!! have decided against surgery at this point!!!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Well, please don’t wait too long. I just repaired a patient with a prolapse the size of a honeydew melon and her sister had told her to wait as long as she could. She concurs that that was not good advice. She’s doing well now with complete continence, and no longer has a prolapse. Just don’t continue to suffer. Let me know if there’s anything else that I can do or any other video subjects that would be best.

[@Gerti03]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary thanks, having mine checked regularly.....getting better w exercise and hormone cream!

[@Moscririna]

My mom just had a stage 4 prolapse and will need surgery. Nobody ever told her to do kegels except after birth. And I ask myself, what I can do to prevent. I do exercise 3 times a week, including core and deep breathing BUT I love heavy weightlifting. Is lifting weights also harmfull if done with the right technique? I had temporary prolapse after birth, but am symptome free now. Are there any studies about prolapse and weightlifting?

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Heavy weightlifting can be a contributing factor in prolapse. Continue core exercises.

[@CH-iu7ys]

Doctor...thanks alot for this informative video....I'm 43yrs..had been to a gynecologist 2 days ago & im told that im in the 1st stage of uterus prolapse...(tip of the cervix can be felt while i wash myself) Can it be corrected by pelvic floor exercises? Im really worried Dr.....please give me your valuable advice 🙏

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Definitely do pelvic floor exercises and you could ask to visit a pelvic floor physical therapist to help you learn the techniques. A pessary can also help. Talk to your gynecologist about fitting you for one.

[@CH-iu7ys]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary thanks Doctor 😊 🙏

[@WandaGeouge]

I have a bladder prolaspe, dr said it was level 1-2. She recommended a pessary with support, tried 2 sizes. Both were put in correctly, but both slipped to an angle and wouldn't stay horizontal. She gave no explanation as why. Can you help?

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I have had patients say they felt their at an angle but when I look The only thing I see is the pessary falling out. Do you want a pessary or to have those problem resolved? Just get another opinion about your problem, you need confidence in the doctor you see.

[@umeromaanbilal9538]

Hey I have prolapse problem And 6mm harnia do in bellybutton What I can take kegal exercise Please give any advise

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I would not do kegles for a belly button hernia, it would bot help and could make it worse.

[@Warmfireandtea]

Iearned more. No dr. has ever offered me surgery for mine but the ligament 😊ne seems like it might work. How do u find a surgeon who can do it?

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

A lot of doctors are uncomfortable with this type of surgery. Honestly you want a doctor very competent is this type of procedure. This is typically a doctor who is board certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. This can be a Gynecologist or Urologist with special training. The common doctor name is a Urogynecologist! Hope all goes well. Let me know!!

[@cindyalexis616]

Yes, I would like to know as well. I guess we would have to ask if that is an option. My surgeon also never offered me ligament surgery or graft in place of a mesh. I am going in a few months to another GYN for a second opinion to see if he knows someone even if I have to go to Manhattan to do this.. I really am not comfortable with having a mesh

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@cindyalexis616 there certainly are non mesh options.

[@Warmfireandtea]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary . Well then, why are they still using mesh?

[@Loren_love557]

Thank you for better explanation I got it now

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Glad it helped

[@rhondal948]

I have had this type of surgery with Dr. McQueary. He is a wonderful physician. I give him 5 out of 5 stars!!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I aim to help all that I can. Thanks for your confidence in me!

[@HawaiiAmi]

Hi may I know his location? Since I’m your comment it says you e seen him already? Thank you so much …

[@rhondal948]

@@HawaiiAmi He is in Bristol, TN

[@worthwatching8736]

I need ur advice I have prolapse I'm scared and shamed to go to doctor

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Well, please don’t be ashamed to go to the doctor. They see these type of problems all the time. You have the right to be helped as well as anybody, and there are many things that can be done including non-surgical techniques. That can be very successful.

[@laurievilleneuve9607]

This is my second bladder prolapse repair with mesh within 6 months a d my recent one was done 7 days ago a d already the bladder is down in my vagina. I feel so depressed being lying in bed for 7 days only getting up to the bathroom a d it has fallen down again So sad!😢

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Yeah, it makes me so sad that you were suffering so much. My success with the surgeries is much better than what you have experienced. Still seek better options for your prolapse.

[@laurievilleneuve9607]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary Thank you for your guidance.

[@reshmakishinchandani5797]

I hv cystocele 2 . Do you feel surgery or kegels will help. Kindly suggest

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Your biggest issue is probably trying to empty your bladder. Try to always push up on your bladder so that will empty better. Kegels exercises can definitely help to make things stronger. But if nothing is helping, then consider surgery because it can be very successful in solving your issues.

[@sarathchandran1621]

I am now 35 and I also had this problem . It is in the forth stage and now i did a sling sugery. Now i am doing exercises. But my doctor said my intestine is also coming down.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

This can all be repaired. Did you only have a sling and not repair of the prolapse? Exercises will not help a enterocele very much which is when the intestines are falling. This can be fixed.

[@nereidaarenas8141]

Hi Dr. My daughter has Lupus n very heavy menstrual bleeding for months at a time can you enlightened me with her issue thanks👍

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

She needs a doctor for the bleeding issues it may or may not be due to the lupus. Common to have some irregular bleeding which gets better after the lupus is under control.

[@AURORAPECK]

Thank you Doctor you definitely helped me decide to follow up.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Happy to help in your decision making.

[@melissakeep3778]

I had a total hysterectomy 35 years ago, and now have a prolapse of some sort, don’t know what it is.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Most common prolapse after hysterectomy is cystocele and upper vaginal prolapse. Do Kegel’s and try not to lift heavy weights. Surgery might be necessary at some point though.

[@annmillingtonhicks921]

The information provided is so helpful.This could be the solution to one of my problems

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I hope the Information allows you to get the help you need.

[@FrankiJ1]

Great info. ❤

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Thanks for watching!

[@cindyalexis616]

Very frustrating

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

True

[@ayeshasilat6803]

Please talk about vault prolapse after hysterectomy

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I will make videos on that soon but problems still very similar to uterine prolapse

[@ms.tiffanyeiland8056]

Doctor I think also pregnancy with fibroids also when the baby is trying to come out or trying to move around to have room

[@ms.tiffanyeiland8056]

C sections included

[@jessjusko]

Im ony 33 and i feel like my lifes over. Having surgery in a week and worried 😟

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Pelvic prolapse is a difficult problem, but it certainly can be helped with surgery. I will pray that you have great success and you will get your life back.

[@k.pep.1253]

How are you doing now?? Did you prolapse after birth?

[@ms.tiffanyeiland8056]

Thank you doctor, love you so much

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

So nice of you

[@laetitiapretorius320]

Thankyou for the information❤ Dr. CaN woman have a Bladder Prolapse operation at the age of 75 ?

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I do them all the time on patients in their 80’s. Patients do very well with minimally invasive procedures.

[@Flexy98658]

Very good advice

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Glad you think so!

[@elizabethsydnor5247]

Thank you for this clear, simple explanation!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

You are welcome!

[@WandaGeouge]

I am in process of seeing my dr on this. She's not very concerned or interested in my situation.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Often if your doctor is not very concerned or interested in your prolapse situation, it is because they don’t have great experience in being able to fix these problems. May not be the right doctor for you and seeking out a doctor that specialist and pelvic prolapse such as a urogynecologist would be appropriate.

[@janicejacome]

If all gynecologists were like you, it w be a better world, so l thank you. Just been diagnosed w bladder and rectocele at 62. Your information is so helpful, Bless you...❤

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

That’s sweet, thank you and I hope you do get the help you need.

[@hiteshnaswami5090]

So well explained! Thank you doctor

[@patriciabrennan2063]

Why is Colpocleisis not a popular surgery? Older women who are not sexually active would seem to benefit from this surgery.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

It is a very appropriate surgery if you no longer plan to be sexually active. It has about a 98% success rate in the right situation.

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

Wow

[@ceciliacarmona4208]

Can surgical procedures be done during pregnancy?

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

No typically we will wait for most repairs until you have completed childbearing.

[@jurleanwilliams2771]

Doctor, You are so thorough. Thank You

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

@@jurleanwilliams2771 you are welcome

[@Amola20S]

👍

[@joannrezendes1323]

Great detailed explanation, you’ve convinced me to call a urogynecologist

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Seek good explanations and non-surgical and surgical options.

[@sharonedwards170]

Doctor what you are talking about is just what I'm going through For 1 year and 1 month I'm in so much pain in my pelvic and lower back please help me Thank You 🙏❤️

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

You can get help and look in your area for a urogynecologist. There are also many gynecologists who practice this type of surgery to help you. Where are you located?

[@susannaisrael8580]

I had a mesh surgery 2 Months ago for a prolapse bladder so now I am facing a overactive bladder the doctor ask me to do a 48 hour bladder diary to see what’s going on 😞 hope to get better soon

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Do the blotter diary because it does help to understand exactly what’s happening. Overactive bladder is quite common after having pelvic surgery. Medication‘s can help.

[@roths7]

very informative

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Glad you think so!

[@olaolanitori2658]

Thank you Dr.

[@shaniadoux9374]

Yes you said is true, it's really really painful😭😭 I have 24years and I'm having it since my 19th😢

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

So sorry you are suffering, hopefully you can get help!

[@binthjamalmuhammad2450]

Do you have a baby?

[@dglady5168]

Brilliant video, thank you! Very clear explanations delivered by an empathetic medic - sadly i dont live in the USA but i reckon you're the only male doctor I'd be prepared to see for this issue😅

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Thank you for your kind comments. I think there are many caring physicians, all over the world who enjoy helping women with these problems. But certainly don’t suffer and seek help for prolapse issues. The goal of my videos is to make sure that people know what is available.

[@TriciaTheStoryteller]

Can one still use vaginal estrogen for prolapse if they are not post menopausal? Thank you. Why do some people still feel like the lump is still there after surgery

[@mariadefatima6469]

I have stage 4 uterine prolapse im 68 years old not in the states and scared to death to operate so i will just die from it

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

It does make you miserable, but definitely consider a pessary, it can truly help.

[@kym9122]

51 year old with stage 2 cystocele along with MS outside the US .PT didn't work,kegels either.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

These certainly can be very difficult problems and a pessary is a possible at least temporary solution. Surgery may be needed in your situation and can be very successful.

[@stephaniefredin1316]

If this issue is so common, why did I hear nothing from doctors after 50 years of pelvic exams until it happened to me! Hmmmm???

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Cannot say, sometimes it progresses quickly but often doctors don’t mention things they can’t do anything about. Also if you were not symptomatic then they may not have mentioned minor changes.

[@skubytube]

Great videos and very ! Informational, clearly explained and answers all the questions you’ve wondered to yourself. Thank you Doc 😊

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Thanks so much I try to explain in very clear, simple terms! I hope these exclamations really help and make a difference in everyone’s life.

[@tiffanywright6020]

Thank you very informative.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Hope the information helped you!

[@fannieallen6005]

I had the mesh repairs in 2001. It was a great success!

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

The mesh did work if done well.

[@user-cb3er3uy5l]

Good afternoon I had lower back surgery the L4&L5 fused after surgery I use a catheter and has problems with passing stools. What can I do

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

It sounds like you have severe nerve damage or potentially have prolapse that is causing poor flow of urine and stool. He certainly need evaluation by a gynecologist to determine that.

[@leonebritt4879]

My doctor virtually shrugged it off when the ultrasound came back showing mild to moderate prolapse of bladder and bowel. Do they ignore these when you're 77? I don't want it to get worse and in the 6 months since going off estrogen hrt this has happened. Am I too old to go back on her? 4 kids from age 16, a hysterectomy aged 35.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

If you are healthy then there is no reason for you to suffer. I repair prolapse every week on patients who are in their 80’s. They don’t want to suffer either. As far as hormones not usually recommended to go off and back on. But talk to your doctor about that.

[@maryannolpindo5988]

Im mary ann im from philippines i have pelvic prolaps i consult the doctor i have stage 2 im.difficult to p..my doctor asking me a question if i want surgery or we try first pessary..i said to doctor surgerry..but said the doctor first try pessary..so i try pessary now after 4mohts i will come back i hope it will be work it the pessary😢

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Hey pessary can work very well for you But if you do need surgery, that can also be very effective in treating prolapse. I wish you the best of luck.

[@sandralazarus7338]

Thank you , dear Doctor.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

Hope the information was helpful!

[@zigridlarsen1450]

I have been diagnosed with w a cystoseal and hv urinary urgency . I am on vaginal hormone treatments . The only solution my Urologists suggests is an implant of a device in my hip which communicates w my brain to alert me when I shd empty my bladder to try to avoid leaks. This doesn’t sound like it would treat my issues only possibly avoid leakages if it even works. I wish I could consult with you Dr. Q.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

There are lots of options for urgency, but probably a cystocele needs to be repaired because often this is leading to poor urinary flow, which can then cause urinary urgency. The device that he wanted to implant is called an Interstim or Axonics. Medication can be used as well. That can help with urinary urgency. Botox injections are also an alternative. Hope you get the right care.

[@laetitiapretorius320]

Very interesting presentatoin. THANKYOU DR. X

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

You are very welcome

[@bibisalima9449]

Hi Dr. I have bladder prolapse . I had been examined and she recommended surgery and to use systemic mesh to correct the issue . I am afraid and not sure about the mesh ? I’ been using pessary but I’m having sort of monthly cycle periods . I’m not sure if this is normal . I’m 65 Please help

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

I’m not exactly sure what type of mesh that is being recommended, but the main type of mesh that is still used for significant prolapse is a surgery called sacralcolpopexy. This surgery suspends the upper vagina to the tailbone. It is a very successful procedure, and has a little risk of the mesh exposing itself. Definitely talk to your doctor about the concerns you have, but it may be the appropriate surgery for you especially if it’s the best one that the doctor can do for you.

[@favourchuks9108]

Pls can i hv a vagina birth after a minor prolapse

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

You can have a normal delivery and you shouldn’t have a repair until you are done with childbearing.

[@favourchuks9108]

@@DrJeffreyMcQueary thank you

[@mmej726]

i dont like surgery, i have a pessary for 22yrs now.

[@DrJeffreyMcQueary]

A pessary is right for many women, but some cannot tolerate it and have to have surgery