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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Retroverted uterus | |||
| image = [[File:Retroverted_and_Retroflexed_Uterus_1.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram showing a [[retroverted uterus]] | |||
| field = [[Gynecology]] | |||
| synonyms = Tilted uterus, tipped uterus | |||
| symptoms = Often asymptomatic, but may include [[pelvic pain]], [[dyspareunia]], and [[urinary incontinence]] | |||
| complications = [[Infertility]], [[endometriosis]] | |||
| onset = Congenital or acquired | |||
| duration = Can be lifelong | |||
| causes = Congenital, [[pelvic surgery]], [[pelvic inflammatory disease]], [[endometriosis]] | |||
| risks = [[Endometriosis]], [[pelvic inflammatory disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Pelvic examination]], [[ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Uterine fibroids]], [[pelvic inflammatory disease]] | |||
| treatment = Usually not required, [[pessary]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Pain management]] if symptomatic | |||
| frequency = Common, occurring in approximately 20-30% of women | |||
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A '''[[Retroverted uterus]]''' is a term used to describe a uterus that is tilted backwards instead of forwards. This condition is also known as a '''[[tilted uterus]]''' or '''[[tipped uterus]]'''. It is a normal variation of female pelvic anatomy with incidence rates of 20-30% in the general population. | A '''[[Retroverted uterus]]''' is a term used to describe a uterus that is tilted backwards instead of forwards. This condition is also known as a '''[[tilted uterus]]''' or '''[[tipped uterus]]'''. It is a normal variation of female pelvic anatomy with incidence rates of 20-30% in the general population. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The exact cause of a retroverted uterus is unknown, but it is believed to be genetic. Some women are born with a retroverted uterus, while others develop the condition as they age. Other potential causes include: | The exact cause of a retroverted uterus is unknown, but it is believed to be genetic. Some women are born with a retroverted uterus, while others develop the condition as they age. Other potential causes include: | ||
* [[Endometriosis]] | * [[Endometriosis]] | ||
* [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] | * [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] | ||
* [[Uterine fibroids]] | * [[Uterine fibroids]] | ||
* [[Pregnancy]] | * [[Pregnancy]] | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Most women with a retroverted uterus do not experience any symptoms. However, some may experience: | Most women with a retroverted uterus do not experience any symptoms. However, some may experience: | ||
* [[Pain during sexual intercourse]] | * [[Pain during sexual intercourse]] | ||
* [[Menstrual pain]] | * [[Menstrual pain]] | ||
* [[Back pain]] | * [[Back pain]] | ||
* [[Urinary tract infections]] | * [[Urinary tract infections]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
A retroverted uterus can be diagnosed during a routine [[pelvic examination]]. Additional tests may include: | A retroverted uterus can be diagnosed during a routine [[pelvic examination]]. Additional tests may include: | ||
* [[Ultrasound]] | * [[Ultrasound]] | ||
* [[Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]] | * [[Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]] | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment is not usually necessary for a retroverted uterus unless it is causing symptoms. In such cases, treatment options may include: | Treatment is not usually necessary for a retroverted uterus unless it is causing symptoms. In such cases, treatment options may include: | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] | * [[Physical therapy]] | ||
* [[Pessary device]] | * [[Pessary device]] | ||
* [[Surgery]] | * [[Surgery]] | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Uterus]] | * [[Uterus]] | ||
* [[Female reproductive system]] | * [[Female reproductive system]] | ||
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* [[Uterine fibroids]] | * [[Uterine fibroids]] | ||
* [[Pregnancy]] | * [[Pregnancy]] | ||
[[Category:Women's Health]] | [[Category:Women's Health]] | ||
[[Category:Gynecology]] | [[Category:Gynecology]] | ||
[[Category:Anatomy]] | [[Category:Anatomy]] | ||
[[Category:Medical Conditions]] | [[Category:Medical Conditions]] | ||
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| Retroverted uterus | |
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| Synonyms | Tilted uterus, tipped uterus |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Often asymptomatic, but may include pelvic pain, dyspareunia, and urinary incontinence |
| Complications | Infertility, endometriosis |
| Onset | Congenital or acquired |
| Duration | Can be lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital, pelvic surgery, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis |
| Risks | Endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease |
| Diagnosis | Pelvic examination, ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Uterine fibroids, pelvic inflammatory disease |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Usually not required, pessary, surgery |
| Medication | Pain management if symptomatic |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common, occurring in approximately 20-30% of women |
| Deaths | N/A |
A Retroverted uterus is a term used to describe a uterus that is tilted backwards instead of forwards. This condition is also known as a tilted uterus or tipped uterus. It is a normal variation of female pelvic anatomy with incidence rates of 20-30% in the general population.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of a retroverted uterus is unknown, but it is believed to be genetic. Some women are born with a retroverted uterus, while others develop the condition as they age. Other potential causes include:
Symptoms[edit]
Most women with a retroverted uterus do not experience any symptoms. However, some may experience:
Diagnosis[edit]
A retroverted uterus can be diagnosed during a routine pelvic examination. Additional tests may include:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment is not usually necessary for a retroverted uterus unless it is causing symptoms. In such cases, treatment options may include:
