Colpocystocele (Noun)
Meaning
Hernia in which the urinary bladder protrudes through the wall of the vagina; sometimes occurs after childbirth.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A colpocystocele occurs when the wall between the bladder and the vagina weakens, causing the bladder to bulge into the vagina.
- After giving birth to her third child, Sarah experienced symptoms of a colpocystocele, including frequent urination and discomfort during sex.
- The doctor explained to her patient that a colpocystocele is a type of hernia that can be treated with surgery or pelvic floor exercises.
- A colpocystocele can cause a range of symptoms, from mild discomfort to severe pain and urinary incontinence.
- Women who have had multiple vaginal deliveries are at higher risk of developing a colpocystocele, a condition that can significantly impact their quality of life.