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Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)

It’s common and it’s treatable

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Approximately 3.5 million women in the US suffer from pelvic organ prolapse. Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) occurs when the group of muscles that support the bladder and bowel become too weak or stretched and cause the bladder, rectum, bowel, or uterus to descend into the vaginal wall. Some common causes of Pelvic Organ Prolapse include childbirth, menopause, excessive weight, and frequent constipation. Remember… Pelvic Organ Prolapse is a common condition that CAN BE TREATED. Be sure to talk to a specialist to ensure you find the treatment that’s right for you.

Dr. Randall Kahan

Dr. Randall Kahan, born and raised in the Chicago area, completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois, followed by medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He then completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Lutheran General Hospital.

As the founding partner of WomanCare, Dr. Kahan has successfully united several practices in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, offering comprehensive women’s healthcare. In the 1990s, he developed a special interest in female pelvic floor disorders, cultivating expertise in surgeries for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence.

Dr. Kahan has served as the principal investigator in numerous national studies for surgical devices now widely used in minimally invasive gynecological procedures. His experience is extensive, having performed nearly 3,000 incontinence procedures at Northwest Community Hospital. As a certified robotic surgeon, Dr. Kahan maintains a high-volume surgical practice for various gynecological issues.

Currently, Dr. Kahan is the President and CEO of WomanCare and the Director of the Pelvic Floor and Bladder Program at NCH Women’s Center. His expertise in both noninvasive treatment options and minimally invasive outpatient surgery has contributed to his high success rates and patient satisfaction.

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About Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)

Pelvic Organ Prolapse isn’t just a natural part of aging that you’re stuck accepting. Women of all ages struggle with the same thing you are. You may be wondering “Why is this happening to me?” The sooner you learn the “why,” the sooner you can go back to enjoying your life worry-free.

The pelvic organs include the vagina, uterus, bladder, urethra, and rectum. These organs are held in place by muscles of the pelvic floor. Layers of connective tissue also give support.

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) occurs when tissue and muscles can no longer support the pelvic organs and they drop down. Approximately 3.5 million women in the U.S. suffer from Pelvic Organ Prolapse. Half of all women between ages 50-79 say they experience symptoms.

There are several types of prolapse that have different names depending on the part of the body that has dropped.

  • Cystocele: The bladder drops into the vagina.
  • Enterocele: The small intestine bulges into the vagina.
  • Rectocele: The rectum bulges into the vagina.
  • Uterine Prolapse: The uterus drops into the vagina.
  • Vaginal Vault Prolapse: The top of the vagina loses its support and drops.

If you have POP symptoms, and they interfere with your normal activities, you may need treatment. Nonsurgical treatment options usually are tried first. If these options do not work and if your symptoms are severe, you may want to consider surgery.

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