Southern Women's Health

Postal Address

PO Box 21236,
Edgeware,
CHRISTCHURCH 8143

Contact Details

Phone (03) 366 1925
Fax (03) 366 1926
Email Pam@sxwh.org.nz

Healthlink EDI :


  • Janet Whineray : jwhinera
  • Susannah Mourton : swh72smm

Uterine or Bladder Prolapse

If the uterus (womb) or bladder slips out of position, this is referred to as a prolapse. It is caused when the supporting muscles become weak, allowing a part of the uterus or bladder to bulge into the vagina. The most common reason that these muscles become weak is childbirth, and a uterine prolapse or bladder prolapse (also called cystocoele) is more common in women who have had a lot of babies. Symptoms include pain, heaviness in the vaginal area and a frequent need to pass urine. In mild cases, exercises may help improve the symptoms, but women with more severe prolapses may need to have surgery.

https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/private/obstetrics-and-gynaecology/southern-womens-health/