2. Urinary and pelvic floor disorders
After the age of 50, many women need to cope with a series of urinary problems. Some are triggered by menopause, while others just come with aging. No matter the case, this is one of the main reasons to see a gynecologist.
Pelvic floor disorders, such as pelvic prolapse, are one of the many conditions that might appear. A pelvic prolapse means the pelvic floor muscles are weak and the pelvic organs are shifted downward from their usual position. Besides this, urgency and incontinence are also quite common.
These problems can be caused by a variety of factors, but the following are the most common ones: menopause, excess estrogen, smoking, genetic predisposition, pregnancy, and childbirth. During pregnancy and after menopause, estrogen levels drop, which might trigger these problems.
There are many reasons to see a gynecologist, but if you experience any of these, a doctor should be your number one source of information. They are the best prepared to help you understand your body and the way it works.
A gynecologist can recommend the most suitable treatments, exercises, and strategies that can make you feel better. Being able to have an open and honest conversation with your doctor is vital.
