Uterine Prolapse

Having Prolapse, Cystocele and Rectocele Fixed Without Hysterectomy Frederick R. Jelovsek MD "Is a hysterectomy absolutely necessary in order to repair a rectocele? Is there some procedure for repair without having to also have a total...

Urinary Tract Problems

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD Urinary tract infection after sexual relations I've recently started having sex with a new partner. I have been experiencing pains in my lower abdomen and in my sides. It also hurts to...

Urinary Leakage and Incontinence

Background - importance and magnitude of problem Diagnostic goals - for overall category stress urinary incontinence (urethral sphincter incontinence) genuine stress urinary incontinence intrinsic urethral insufficiency (Type III) with hypermobility intrinsic urethral insufficiency (Type III) without hypermobility (pipestem...

Incontinence: FAQs Answered

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD   Urine loss with extensive running Night time incontinence and urgency Frequent UTIs, possible urethral syndrome Recurrent cystitis Unable to void after vaginal hysterectomy   Urine loss with extensive running Does anyone have any...

How Common is Urinary Incontinence?

By Frederick R. Jelovsek, M.D., How common is urinary leakage among women? Sometimes it seems to be a common problem. Many women themselves or their friends describe loss of urine with coughing or sneezing on...

Pelvic Support Surgery Overview

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD Many women in the menopausal and perimenopausal age range, require surgery for pelvic support defects such as cystocoele (bladder dropping), rectocoele (rectum protruding), bladder neck dropping (stress incontinence), and uterine or...

Pelvic Support Surgery Overview

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD Many women in the menopausal and perimenopausal age range, require surgery for pelvic support defects such as cystocoele (bladder dropping), rectocoele (rectum protruding), bladder neck dropping (stress incontinence), and uterine or...

Urinary Problems: FAQs

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD Stress incontinence with cough Urine loss with extensive running Incontinence after blow to abdomen Fear of chronic cough and need for a 2nd incontinence surgery Newer incontinence treatments What is the best surgery for bladder dropping? Night...

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