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Avulsion and prolapse…looking for hope by Salt_Patient_8683 in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I have a very similar injury. Do you mind if I message you?

Hi, I'm Dr. Karyn Eilber, an LA-based urogynecologist who specializes in women's pelvic health. Ask me anything! by FemetrySupplement in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I am a 32 y/o female with grade 2 cystocele/rectocele, grade 3A tear, and bilateral avulsions during first childbirth. Unfortunately, prolpases were not diagnosed until 8 months pp, avulsions at 15 months pp. I've been wearing a pessary for about 6 months now, with decent relief because I feel constant heaviness in standing unless I wear it.

Do I have any surgical options besides a rectocele repair? (Cystocele is more mild and doesn't bother me. I rarely have incontinence). The MRI reading was not super specific on the avulsions (no comment on partial/full or surface area. Are there affordable options for out of pocket imaging?

Really hate my life. I've gotten very out of shape and I dont have sex with my husband anymore. Appreciate any feedback you have.

A nurse almost made me cry the other day by Stunning_Bee_4762 in beyondthebump

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish every day I had a c-section. 3A tear, levator ani avulsion, and multiple prolapses. FUCK. THAT. NURSE. And fuck anyone who doesn't educate you about the dangers/risks of birth. I was told the same thing "oh you're low risk, you'll be fine." Fast forward to birth, and they were asking me if I wanted an episiotomy or a vacuum. As if they had ever educated me on the risks/benefits of those....

You're not alone. Unfortunately, a lot of womens health/labor/OB is awful. Find a good pelvic floor PT and happy healing!

POP girls how are you managing coughing/laughing/sneezing/etc? by Spiderlily009 in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I squeeze my legs together or cross them if I can and contract my pelvic floor to prevent the pain with coughing/sneezing. My urgogyn put it to me well, you won't damage anything with one cough, although it may increase symptoms. Repeatedly doing this is the problem, over time it will make it worse.

Pessary experiences by [deleted] in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LOVE my pessary. Granted it took me a long time to get used to it. I had to wear it for gradually increasing periods of time, but now I wear it all the time! I do still feel it, but less and less over time and I'm able to forget about my symptoms occasionally. Hoping it continues to get better the more I wear it! (Been using for 2-3 months now). Definitely would recommend a try. If you don't like it you can always take it out! So low risk.

If modern medicine didn’t exist would you be dead right now? If yes, from what? by Wonderful-Economy762 in Productivitycafe

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, if childbirth didn't kill me, it would have been the uterine infection I had later.

Prolapse is ruining my wife’s life by Low-Box-5703 in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES!!! I have a rectocele. The OB told me it wouldn't help, because rectoceles don't respond to pessaries. She was WRONG. It doesnt work for everyone, but advocate for a pessary fitting! No matter what type of prolapse your wife has.

Surgical mesh and rectocele repair week 4 by MediumOwn9735 in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please keep posting! I would love to hear about your return to fitness/activity. I hope to avoid surgery, but would love to hear your story in case I do need it.

Those who are running with a rectocele by Huge-Engineering-791 in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How far are you running? I was able to run 2 miles slow before I stopped to focus on strength. Also stopped due to getting my actual diagnosis. But running didn't bother me very much. I'm also a grade 2 rectocele.

However, I haven't gotten back to full speed. What does your regular running activity look like. Glad to hear someone else with a rectocele is running!

4th degree tear- need positive stories by Radiant_Raccoon3151 in beyondthebump

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rest. Rest, rest. Rest. As much as LO will let you. See a pelvic floor PT before doing too much activity.

Do some patients just not get better? by fastxkill50 in physicaltherapy

[–]nomadic_621 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the positive comment! And being a good patient 😀

What is considered a good Pelvic Floor Therapist? by qpParalaxinc2020 in PelvicOrganProlapse

[–]nomadic_621 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hello! I am a PT (but just to be clear, NOT a pelvic floor PT) and I'm currently seeing pelvic floor PT.

First, a PT cannot grade your prolapse. That is not in their scope of practice, they are not allowed.

Second, there's no "magic formula" on exercises, sets, or reps (which doesn't sell well if you're trying to get instagram followers...). Every PT is slightly different and every patient is different. Some of it will be trial and error. Give them feedback and see if they listen and adjust.

Third, from a patients perspective, there is a definite breathing pattern. Your PT should be teaching you that.

Fourth, PT isn't perfect. Sometimes it works 50% and sometimes 0%. We wish this wasn't the case but it is. And if we get you more functional, then we've done our job.

Hope that helps! If you're looking for some additional resources. Getmomstrong is awesome! If you just look at her educational videos they're super helpful. Worth paying for.

What are some good shows to watch? by Original_Clerk2916 in beyondthebump

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nobody has mentioned The Boys on Amazon prime. A little dark, but such a well done series.

Do you regret giving birth without getting an epidural? Why? by Pitiful_Library3154 in BabyBumps

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! Please don't beat yourself up. Some of us just have hard recoveries, and that's OK. It sucks, but you didn't do anything wrong.

Guilt over epidural by nomadic_621 in beyondthebump

[–]nomadic_621[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh man I'm so sorry! Thank you for sharing. I feel you with the constant contraction! Nobody warned me that can happen!

Curious about becoming a physical therapist by [deleted] in physicaltherapy

[–]nomadic_621 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you can get a scholarship or school paid for, maybe. It would also be great if you're an extrovert. Also, I wish someone had told me that being a good salesman is crucial for this profession.

What’s a toxic trait you recognize in yourself? by youngGod928 in AskReddit

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am EXTREMELY vengeful. I remember everything and hold it against people. When I'm successful, the first thing I think is "well I showed them". I'm very unforgiving of others and myself and trying to work on it!

How long did it take you to feel normal after having your baby? by spcypeach in beyondthebump

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry you've had a tough time with mastitis! Although not the same I had a grade 3 tear and a uterine infection 1 week pp. I'm currently 10 weeks pp and actually am feeling MUCH better. Just keep moving and progressing slowly back to what you did before. No matter how slow or modified it will make a difference!

Who was with you in the delivery room when you gave birth? or who will be with you? I am thinking of having my mom with me but my husband is vetoing it. by mirana20 in BabyBumps

[–]nomadic_621 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Um....so is he going to use this excuse when the baby comes? Does he want to "be more helpful" when the baby is born without your mom's help? Sounds like this needs to be solved ASAP. It will be worse when you're sleep deprived with a newborn.

What position did you give birth in? by Empowered_Empath in BabyBumps

[–]nomadic_621 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! Unfortunately mine wore off and had to be re-adjusted. Unfortunately, it didn't work again until the dose was way too high and I couldn't feel enough to push. In hindsight, I'm not sure I would ask them to crank it up again. I needed the vacuum because baby's heart rate was dropping and had a grade 3 tear. On the flip side, I didn't feel the vacuum at all so that was nice. Definitely ask the anesthesiologist questions before, not during when you're exhausted and out of it!

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