Pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) are a significant health concern for women, with studies indicating that roughly one-quarter of U.S. women are affected by these conditions. The prevalence of PFDs, which include urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse, increases with age, affecting over 40% of women aged 60 to 79 and about 50% of those 80 or older. Additionally, a large-scale study found that at least 32% of women in a primary care setting have a pelvic floor disorder, highlighting the need for increased screening, particularly among older and obese women.
Common Symptoms
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Urinary leakage while coughing
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Sneezing, laughing, or on the way to the bathroom
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Going to the bathroom every 3-4 hours
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Getting up more than 1 time a night to use the bathroom
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Pain during or following sex
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Vulvar or genital itching or burning
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Painful urination
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Urinary hesitancy, urgency, and/or frequency
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Abdominal and groin pain
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Constipation
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Painful periods
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Pain with sitting
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Difficulty exercising
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and many more...