Table 2.

Distribution of uterine prolapse symptoms according to experiences by women in follow-up outreach clinics

Symptoms	N	%
Vaginal problems
Bulging of uterus and closure of vaginal opening	13	11.3
Difficulty sitting, standing, lifting, back pain, lower abdomen pain, prolonged bleeding	18	15.7
Difficulty standing, sitting, walking, lifting, bleeding	37	32.1
Difficulty sitting, standing, walking, lifting, Back pain, bleeding	47	40.9
Urinary incontinence
Burning and pain during urination	46	59.0
Urination while coughing and sneezing	22	28.2
Continuous urinary incontinence	10	12.8
Bowel problems
Multiple problems; need to reduce and hold uterus during defecation (digitization)	32	71.0
Constipation and pain during defecation	9	20.0
Fecal leakages	4	8.8