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Non-surgical interventions in uterine prolapse cases (n = 350)
| Non-surgical interventions | 1st degree prolapse | 2nd degree prolapse | 3rd degree prolapse | Procidentia | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avoid lifting heavy weight | 1 | 4 | 38 | 1 | 44 |
| High fiber diet/plenty of water to avoid constipation | 2 | 4 | 17 | 1 | 24 |
| Estrogen cream and other medications | 1 | 2 | 19 | – | 22 |
| Ring pessary | – | 1 | 9 | 2 | 11 |
| Tampon | – | 2 | 6 | – | 8 |
| Good nutritious diet | – | 2 | 7 | – | 9 |
| Kegel exercise | – | 1 | 4 | – | 5 |
| Avoid intercourse | – | – | 2 | – | 2 |
| Yoga | – | – | 1 | – | 1 |
