Features of Bioteque America Ring Pessary Without Support
- Pessaries improve or restore continence
- Variety of sizes are available to account for different anatomic needs
- Can act as a surgical facsimile predicting the requirement for anti-incontinence surgery
- Non-surgical option for women with POP or SUI, and it can be easily inserted and removed by the patient
- Used to determine the need for surgery
- Recommended for strenuous activities
What are the uses of Pessaries?
- To Improve or restore continence
- For diagnosis to determine if surgery is necessary
- To delay or preclude surgery
- As an alternative to surgery
- To manage uterine prolapse and vaginal wall hernias
- To relieve a cystocele (bladder prolapse) or a rectocele
- To relieve lower back pats caused by retroversion
- Diagnosis and therapy in obstetrics
- To prevent miscarriage by relieving pressure on a weak cervix
Management of Prolapse:
Prolapse occurs when the muscles and ligaments supporting the pelvic floor weaken and the vaginal wall thins. Uterus, bladder or rectum drop down and, due to gravity, push into the vagina. A Ring Pessary with support is often used for mild prolapse.
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How to use Bioteque America Ring Flexible Pessary without Support?
- Wash your hands and the pessary with soap and water.
- Rinse and dry thoroughly.
- Fold the pessary in half.
- It will only fold one way (at the indentation areas within the ring.)
- If you are right-handed and choose to insert the pessary standing up, place your left foot up on a chair, low stool, or toilet. Lean over this leg.
- Insert the folded pessary into the vagina (long ways) as far back as you can.
- It will open up into its normal shape when you let go of the ring.
- Use your index finger to make sure the rim is behind the pubic bone.
- If you are left-handed, place your right foot up on a chair, low stool, or toilet.
- Use your left hand to manage the insertion of the pessary as stated above.
- Some women prefer to insert the pessary lying down.
- If so, lay down in bed. Bend your knees. Hold pessary as stated above and insert.
- You may also choose to insert the pessary by sitting at the edge of a chair.
How to care for the Vaginal Pessary?
- You may remove the pessary once or twice a week if you are comfortable removing and reinserting your own pessary.
- Clean it with mild soap and warm water after it has been removed, and then rinse before replacing it.
- Your doctor may prescribe a vaginal estrogen cream to apply inside your vagina while the pessary is out to avoid discomfort.
- Pessaries can fall out if you strain.
- Try not to bear down during the bowel movements, if you can.
- You should reinsert it after you clean it if the pessary does fall out.
- Many women find insertion easier when they are standing up with one foot resting on a stool.
- It’s important to use plenty of water-based lubricant for insertion.
- Your doctor will set up follow-up appointments for you to come and do it in the office if you are not comfortable extracting and reinserting your own pessarium.
- Depending on your needs, the frequency of visits will vary from every month to every three months.
Cautions And Warnings:
The pessary may push against other pelvic structures and can sometimes cause trouble with urination, difficulty with bowel movements, or lower back pain. Report any of these to your healthcare provider right away, as well as:
- Any increase in urinary incontinence
- Any vaginal pressure or discomfort
- Any vaginal bleeding, burning, or itching
- Any vaginal sores
- If the pessary falls out frequently
- If you notice changes in the color, amount, consistency, or odor of vaginal discharge. (A creamy discharge is normal.)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does it work?
The pessary ring is inserted into the vagina to provide support to the pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, which may have dropped due to POP or SUI.
Is it painful to use Bioteque Pessary Ring Without Support?
No, it is not painful when inserted correctly. In fact, many women report feeling more comfortable and supported after using the pessary ring.
How often should I replace the pessary ring?
The pessary ring can be used for up to a year and should be replaced as needed or when instructed by your healthcare provider.
How do I clean the pessary ring?
The pessary ring can be cleaned with soap and water or a sterilization solution after each use.
Is the pessary ring reusable?
Yes, the pessary ring is reusable.
Can I swim or exercise while wearing the pessary ring?
Yes, you can swim and exercise while wearing the pessary ring. However, it is recommended to remove the pessary ring if it causes discomfort during these activities.
Can I insert and remove the pessary ring myself?
Yes, you can insert and remove the pessary ring yourself after receiving instruction from your healthcare provider.
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