Question 1

how frequently should i remove my pessary and clean it?

Accepted Answer

Daily if possible: Some pessaries are "user friendly" and can be removed by the user herself on a daily basis. Others are shaped such that insertion and removal by the wearer is most difficult, requiring trips to a clinician's office for periodic removal, inspection, examination, cleaning and reinsertion at 1-4 month intervals.

Question 2

got hodge pessary for burning urine/pelvic pain.dr said do not take it out to clean.follow up 8 wks.should i be worried about getting an infection?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor told you: not to remove , follow the instructions . Maintain good hygiene , you will be fine go for follow up visit in 8 wks as sceduled

Question 3

what is a pessary?

Accepted Answer

Bladder support: It's a device inserted into the vagina to help support your bladder to help prevent urinary incontinence (leakage).

Question 4

how long will a pessary last?

Accepted Answer

A long time: As long as it does not break down  it is still good to use.

Question 5

do gellhorn pessaries often fall out?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Yes, it may fall out. But it's worthwhile to consult the Gyn-doc if the size used is fit or not. Of course, it has been placed correctly as instructed before blaming the pessary. Best

Question 6

how much time does the pessary take to dissolve ?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Pessary has been chiefly placed inside deep vagina for women with uterine drop but not a surgical candidate, and is not a dissoluble device. Since I'm not aware of such a pessary which can be dissolved, please refer this very question to whoever prescribed this what you have for specific detail. Besides, I've seen this Q around for quite a while with no answer so I picked up to address.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: pessary?

Accepted Answer

Pessary: A pessary is a vaginal insert used in the non-surgical management of pelvic organ prolapse.

Question 8

how could i know if i have a problem with my pessary?

Accepted Answer

Pain and bleeding: When pessaries cause problems, women generally complain of inability to urinate or bleeding.

Question 9

have you heard if sea sponge pessary and does it work?

Accepted Answer

Sea sponge pessary: Sea sponges are used by women who have a uterine prolapse and seem to be wll tolerated. They are also used by young girls instead of tampons.

Question 10

what is a pessary used for? are pessaries still being used, in the modern era?

Accepted Answer

Incontinence: Pessaries are used for urinary incontinence.There are used even today to a specific class of patient. Postmenopausal, not sexually active, with contraindications for surgery.

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Got hodge pessary for burning urine/pelvic pain.dr said do not take it out to clean.follow up 8 wks.should i be worried about getting an infection?

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What is a pessary?

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How long will a pessary last?

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Do gellhorn pessaries often fall out?

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How much time does the pessary take to dissolve ?

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What is the definition or description of: pessary?

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