Pelvic Floor Issues Post Pregnancy and Birth – Risk Factors

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Most women who have had multiple vaginal deliveries, are postmenopausal, or have a family history of prolapse develop pelvic floor problems. Even chronic constipation can cause pelvic floor problems. According to estimates, around 13% of new mothers will experience pelvic floor problems after vaginal delivery and 30% will experience urinary incontinence after pregnancy and delivery.