What are emergency symptoms with prolapse?
Emergency symptoms of prolapse include sudden inability to pass urine, severe pelvic or abdominal pain, fever with pain, visible black or blue vaginal tissue, or severe bleeding. These require urgent medical attention.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Acute urinary retention (unable to urinate), severe unrelieved pain, high fever, or discolouration of vaginal tissue can signal complications such as infection, tissue death, or organ obstruction. Heavy or persistent bleeding after surgery also warrants emergency review. (NHS: Prolapse complications)
Clinical Context
If you experience any of these symptoms, seek urgent care at A&E or contact your surgical team immediately.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NHS and RCOG stress the importance of recognising emergency symptoms for timely intervention.