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How can a cystocele be prevented with childbirth? having a c section?

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Dr. Mitchell Schuster answered

Specializes in Urogynecology

C/S lowers the risk: Cystoceles develop for a lot of reasons and vaginal child birth especially with forceps place you at higher risk. Delivery of infants by cesarean delivery does not raise that risk.

Answered 9/16/2012

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Dr. Michael Hulse answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Less likely.: Pregnancy is a risk factor for pelvic prolapse and incontinence. Most specifically vaginal delivery is a risk factor for these problems. Women who have a c-section versus vaginal delivery are less likely to have a cystocele or other forms of prolapse. There are a lot of pros and cons to this decision. I would recommend discussing these with your doctor to help guide your decision.

Answered 6/11/2017

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