Retroverted uterus

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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

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
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Uterine fibroids
• Pregnancy

Symptoms

Most women with a retroverted uterus do not experience any symptoms. However, some may experience:

• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Menstrual pain
• Back pain
• Urinary tract infections

Diagnosis

A retroverted uterus can be diagnosed during a routine pelvic examination. Additional tests may include:

• Ultrasound
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Treatment

Treatment is not usually necessary for a retroverted uterus unless it is causing symptoms. In such cases, treatment options may include:

• Physical therapy
• Pessary device
• Surgery

See Also

• Uterus
• Female reproductive system
• Pelvic examination
• Endometriosis
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Uterine fibroids
• Pregnancy