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I have never had children and am not that old why have i always had such weak pubococcygeus pelvic floor muscles - i used to be very fit when younger?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Kegel exercises: Avoid heavy lifting, straining, and consider consultation with a urogynecologist. Practice doing kegels in the car anytime you are at a stop light.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/8/2013

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A member asked:

I have never had children and am not that old why have i always had such weak pubococcygeus pelvic floor muscles - i used to be very fit when younger?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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