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Want to discuss prolapse bladder or any kind of prolapse
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I'm new to talking with other people about my problems. Three years ago I had surgery for what my doc said was "the trifecta" uterine, bladder and rectal prolapse. He said I needed surgery and since I had had breast cancer, he suggested a hysterectomy too. I went along with it...He's the doctor, right? Since then, sex is so painful I don't have it and I went from a vibrant person to just not feeling great. I cant take hormone replacement because of my history with breast cancer, so after a second opinion about my sexual disfunction, the doc suggested the Mona Lisa lazer therapy, which I did with little results. Now.I'm prolapsing again and the first doc wants to do surgery again. What the heck? I don't want to live with prolapse..I have a very physical life style. Anybody have anything for me?
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If you had a hysterectomy, what is left to prolapse- sorry if this is a dumb question, but new to all this
Hi, @skd43usa -- your bladder and your rectum could still prolapse.
How is your pelvic floor therapy going?
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@maxann, Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. It takes courage to talk to others about health issues. Thank you for bringing your concerns here. I would like to connect you with @tanglefoot, @upartist @kathleenw and @Restless67 who have previously discussed prolapse and everyday living after prolapse.
In the meantime, here is some information about painful intercourse from Mayo Clinic http://mayocl.in/1VJ9Lwt It states that surgeries or medical treatments may contribute to the issues you are experiencing. "Scarring from pelvic surgery, including hysterectomy, can sometimes cause painful intercourse. Medical treatments for cancer, such as radiation and chemotherapy, can cause changes that make sex painful."
@maxann, have you considered getting a second opinion from a different physician before having another prolapse surgery? Also have you thought of consulting a sex therapist?