Is this a bad thing? i went today to the doctors and they told me my uterus was tipped backwards. idk what this means or if its a bad thing. humm im not sure what to think! please help! thanks again for all your answers!
2007-03-14 09:12:19 · 25 answers · asked by Mama Boyce 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I AM currently Pregnant!
2007-03-14 09:24:21 · update #1
A tipped uterus is the term used to describe a uterus that is tilted backwards away from the belly. The condition is also referred to as a retroverted uterus or tilted uterus. All three terms are interchangeable. The uterus is normally suspended in a straight up and down position or slightly forward toward the belly. A tipped uterus is usually something you are born with, but can be caused by labor while giving birth or by disease. It occurs in approximately 20% of women. My gyn said it was a contributor to my painful menstrual cramps. I have 2 children and had no problem during labor and delivery. Don't worry, you'll be fine.
2007-03-14 09:19:16 · answer #1 · answered by leslie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://www.americanpregnancy.org/womenshealth/tippeduterus.html
The uterus is the hollow, pear shaped organ where a developing fetus will grow. The uterus is normally in a straight vertical position. Some women have a tipped or tilted uterus, in which the uterus is tipped backwards toward the back of the pelvis.
What causes a tipped uterus?
A tipped uterus may occur for several reasons including:
As a woman matures the uterus may not move into a forward position.
Childbirth can tip the uterus forward or backward. If the ligaments holding the uterus in place stretch, or lose their tension during pregnancy, the uterus can become tipped. In most cases, the uterus returns to a forward position after childbirth.
Scarring from adhesions as a result of endometriosis or fibroids can also cause the uterus to shift to a tilted or retroflexed state. Sometimes a uterine suspension is used in conjunction with treatments for endometriosis to prevent the formation of adhesions after surgery.
What are some symptoms of a tipped uterus?
Some women do not experience any symptoms. However, the primary symptoms of a tipped uterus are:
Pain during sexual intercourse or dyspareunia.
Pain during menstruation or dysmenorrhea.
2007-03-14 09:15:17 · answer #2 · answered by jtaylor1993 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The uterus is the hollow, pear shaped organ where a developing fetus will grow. The uterus is normally in a straight vertical position. Some women have a tipped or tilted uterus, in which the uterus is tipped backwards toward the back of the pelvis.
Some women do not experience any symptoms. However, the primary symptoms of a tipped uterus are:
Pain during sexual intercourse or dyspareunia.
Pain during menstruation or dysmenorrhea.
2007-03-14 11:16:56 · answer #3 · answered by any p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I even have additionally been advised that I actually have a tilted uterus. i'm 40 3 years previous and function given start to 4 infants. I even have by no skill had an "subject" with my so-noted as tilted uterus. After your toddler is born, in the experience that your cramps are nonetheless that undesirable, start administration pills will a great deal shrink your circulate and cramps. there is not any longer one guy or woman in this earth that has a "textbook" place, length, or functioning physique section. A tilted uterus merely skill which you're no longer in textbook place. No vast deal!
2016-10-02 03:08:22 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your doctor wasn't worried, you shouldn't be.
SOMETIMES an oddly shaped or placed uterus can cause trouble conceiving or keeping the baby alive in the uterus not to mention a hard birth.
Chances are you'll just have to have a c-section when you do become pregnant. No biggie though!
2007-03-14 09:15:18 · answer #5 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I also have a tilted uterus. The only thing they told me was that I might have a hard time getting pregnant. I now have 3 kids. You will be fine, don't worry.
2007-03-14 09:17:36 · answer #6 · answered by Teslajuliet 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The reason why Uterus is tip, is becuase Uterus is so far away from the sun that the it changes distances once and a while with Pluto like evry 5 years. If you need help on Science you should so to www.science.com
2007-03-14 09:16:04 · answer #7 · answered by lil_wil 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I have the same problem. I have alot of bleeding in between periods. I wonder if the uterus being tipped is the cause.
2007-03-14 09:15:44 · answer #8 · answered by I know, I know!!!! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No it is not bad. Mine was like that in the beginning of the pregnancy. My doc assured me it was fine and it will right itself. Sure enough it has... 29 weeks and 2 days. Do not worry, it is not a big deal.
2007-03-14 09:56:53 · answer #9 · answered by ShanaJ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well my ob/gyn told me the same thing a few years ago. He said it was not a big deal and I asked how this would affect my pregnancy if I ever decided to have children and she said no...I'm not in a rush to find out lol
2007-03-14 09:16:45 · answer #10 · answered by Luv2know 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋