Uterine
prolapse is a health condition that occurs when the muscular support
for the woman's uterus is lost. The uterus is normally supported by
the pelvic muscles and supporting ligaments. When these muscles become
weakened or injured, uterine prolapse can occur. In mild cases, a
portion of the uterus descends into the top of the vagina. In more
serious cases, the uterus may even protrude through the vaginal
opening, and can be accompanied by a cystocele (a bladder that bulges
into the front wall of the vagina) or a urethrocele (a urethra that
does the same). In some instances, the rectum may bulge into the back
wall of the vagina, a condition known as rectocele. Symptoms of
prolapse of the uterus can include backache,
abdominal discomfort, a feeling of heaviness, and urinary incontinence,
especially stress incontinence (the involuntary passage of urine when
straining, sneezing, or otherwise putting pressure on the abdomen).
Other symptoms can include excessive menstrual bleeding, abnormal
vaginal discharge or bleeding, painful intercourse, and constipation.
However, a woman with a prolapsed uterus may not exhibit any symptoms
at all. Women who have had several children and/or who have gone
through difficult and prolonged labor are more prone to prolapse.
Other factors that can increase the chances of uterine prolapse
include obesity, uterine cancer, diabetes,
chronic bronchitis, asthma,
heavy lifting or straining (particularly if the pelvic muscles are
already weakened), and a retroverted uterus (a uterus that is tilted
toward the back of the body). Two thirds of all women who prolapse
their uterus do it before reaching 55 years of age.
Nutrient /
Supplement |
Importance
( 1 - 10 ) |
Helpful notes |
Multi-vitamin
and
Mineral supplement |
10 |
a
multi-vitamin and mineral supplement will contain the items listed below: Zinc, B vitamins, calcium,
magnesium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and other nutrients which are
required for general good health and well being. Helps with
healing and tissue repair. |
Zinc |
8 |
this
mineral is needed for good immune system function, bone
support, and healing. |
L-carnitine |
9 |
helps
to improve muscle strength in the uterus. |
Beta
Carotene |
9 |
for
healing and tissue repair |
B
Vitamin complex |
10 |
the B
vitamin family are very important for the proper function of
both the human brain and nervous system.
Supplements with natural vitamin B complex can help with uterine
prolapse. |
vitamin
C |
9 |
important
for prevention of infections especially bladder infections and
to help immune function. |
Calcium |
10 |
This mineral is
needed for muscle tone and metabolism. It will also help to reduce cramping, backache, and nervousness. |
Magnesium |
9 |
this mineral works
with calcium and vitamin B complex |
Other Changes To Make
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drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or
filtered water a day
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eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)
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nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good
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juice is good (make your
own with a juice machine)
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do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods
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carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack
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a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)
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do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
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do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
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use stress relief like going for walks in the park
(or the 10/90 rule - see
Stress)
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brown rice is good to eat
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avoid red meat and animal fats
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reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
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fast a few days a month
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get at least 8 hours of sleep
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exercise light to moderate amounts
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avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
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do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
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do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal
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do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry
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do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else
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