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Uterine Prolapse Warning Signs
Notify your doctor if you have uterine prolapse and any of the following:
- Worsening abdominal pain
- Worsening pelvic pain
- Worsening vaginal pain
- Unusual vaginal bleeding
- Unusual vaginal discharge
- Pain during intercourse
- Pain during urination
- Fever over 101 degrees F (38.3 C)
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Last Updated: Nov 5, 2008 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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PubMed Uterine Prolapse References
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