Cystocele
Also called: bladder hernia
A bulge of the bladder into the vagina.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging rarely required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
A cystocele can result from childbirth, constipation, violent coughing, heavy lifting, or other pelvic muscle strain.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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