Question 1

i'm having a surgery where the dr told me i'm having my rectocele and cystocele fixed, they didnt tell me what the op is called?is it a vaginoplasty?

Accepted Answer

Probably not...: The medical term for this surgery is "Anterior and Posterior Colporrhaphy".  You might also hear it called an  "Anterior and Posterior Repair", or "A&amp;P Repair".    Vaginoplasty usually refers to cosmetic vaginal surgery, sex reassignment surgery or fixing birth defects of the vagina. Best wishes!

Question 2

i have a grade 3 cystocele & rectocele i'm having repaired on the 27/11/15, how long after my surgery can i lift up my 15mth old,12kilo daughter again?

Accepted Answer

Surgeon preference : Specific recommendations for lifting after this type of surgery will need to be made by the surgeon who knows exactly what was done during the procedure. A good role is to let your body be your guide. If it hurts don't do it

Question 3

gyn confirmed cystocele & rectocele w/ symptoms. estrogen cream prescribed for 1 month then recheck.  how likely is surgery?

Accepted Answer

It depends on stage: If the two "celes" are second or third degree then surgery is likely. Additional surgical intervention causes are repeated urinary tract infections from incomplete bladder emptying, fecal retention/constipation with need for manual removal, extrusion to the outside of the body or intercourse "blocking".

Question 4

two weeks post-surgery rectocele/cystocele/manchester repairs. strong anal pressure, sense of constipation (normal stools), painful flatulence. norm?

Accepted Answer

Still early: It's still early on - your anorectal region is adapting. 

Speak with the surgeon that did your operation.

Question 5

can you deliver a baby vaginally with a rectocele/ cystocele? what are the complications?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A cystocele is a defect in the muscle wall in the anterior part of the vagina letting the bladder wall to bulge into the vagina.  A rectocele is a muscle wall defect in the posterior part of the vagina allowing the rectum wall to bulge into the vagina. A vaginal delivery is possible because the baby would push these back into place during delivery. A worsening or even tear is possible.

Question 6

i had a total divinci hyster 11/14. i now have gr 3 rectocele and 3 cystocele. could they have happened from the hyster? when should i have it repaire

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: The cystorectocele to a degree after hysterectomy is nothing uncommon, but indicates you have weak pelvic supporting muscles &amp; tissues, which may in turn predispose its recurrence although surgical repair may be inevitable. As to when and how to repair it, that should be decided after proper evaluation &amp; counseling though collaborating with surgical specialist of such procedures. Best wish ...

Question 7

could a  grade 2 rectocele and cystocele prolapse cause excessive gasiness?

Accepted Answer

No;but: The loose pelvic structures contribute to the ease of flatulence (passing rectal gas or "farting").If the pelvic muscles were tightened it may help.

Question 8

i've got an embarrassing problem. i've got both a cystocele and a rectocele. what type of doctor can repair these?

Accepted Answer

Do your homework: A gynecologist, urogynecologist or uroogist most commonly perform this type of surgery. Be sure that your surgeon has a lot of experience performing these types of procedures.  Selecting the appropriate type of repair for your specific issue is very important and will effect your outcome and long term satisfaction.  Don't hesitate to get a second opinion.

Question 9

can a hysterectomy cause a grade 3 cystocele and a grade 3 rectocele? i have 5 kids never had an issue until after. dr says it's from having babies.

Accepted Answer

Yes , Possible: Multiple child births will weaken the supporting pelvic diaphragm. Hysterectomy will make it worse. Speak to your doctor again and see if it's possible to fix it.  If you are not happy with the answer, get a second opinion. Your doctor may even help you to get one.

Question 10

can a cystocele and rectocele repair help to  tighten vagina?

Accepted Answer

Usually: The repair will help correct the bladder and rectal prolapse. Vaginal narrowing can occur as a result of the surgical repair.

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I'm having a surgery where the dr told me i'm having my rectocele and cystocele fixed, they didnt tell me what the op is called?is it a vaginoplasty?

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I have a grade 3 cystocele & rectocele i'm having repaired on the 27/11/15, how long after my surgery can i lift up my 15mth old,12kilo daughter again?

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Gyn confirmed cystocele & rectocele w/ symptoms. estrogen cream prescribed for 1 month then recheck. how likely is surgery?

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Two weeks post-surgery rectocele/cystocele/manchester repairs. strong anal pressure, sense of constipation (normal stools), painful flatulence. norm?

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Can you deliver a baby vaginally with a rectocele/ cystocele? what are the complications?

A member asked:

I had a total divinci hyster 11/14. i now have gr 3 rectocele and 3 cystocele. could they have happened from the hyster? when should i have it repaire

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Could a grade 2 rectocele and cystocele prolapse cause excessive gasiness?

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I've got an embarrassing problem. i've got both a cystocele and a rectocele. what type of doctor can repair these?

A member asked:

Can a hysterectomy cause a grade 3 cystocele and a grade 3 rectocele? i have 5 kids never had an issue until after. dr says it's from having babies.

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Can a cystocele and rectocele repair help to tighten vagina?

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