I have one too, the doctor said I should be fine though.
smileygirl
Posted: 23 Sep 20:36
OP: tilted uterus
simply put, i've got one. i've looked at all of the other threads concerning them, and i understand that it's quite common, and can possibly give me trouble conceiving and being pregnant when i decide to have a baby. i've had pains during sex because of it, and have talked with my gyn about it, etc.
However i was just curious as to what causes one to have a tilted uterus. I was told that i probably was born with it, and in talking with my mother, discovered that she doesn't have one, nor does my sister. It seems to me that it's not a hereditary sort of thing, and it's obviously not a disease of any kind, so i was just wondering if anyone knew why some women have them and others do not, excepting that it's just how God intended and what not. :)
glazedonut
Posted: 23 Sep 20:36
Replies:
ii so wanna learn more about this - how du u recognize u got one ?
ii want a baby ! n its hard tu conceive - does this suggest i may have one ? how can ii tell :(
iloveanimals
Posted: 23 Sep 20:37
Glazed,
Just happens. No pattern in families, locales or anything. Most women live perfectly normal lives. Some do have difficulty conceiving but many do not. Do not count on this as birth control! There are some degrees that can be adjusted surgically but that is not usually not necessary.
Animal Lover,
Please use English. This is not texting and there are many here for whom English is not their first language. And teen aged Yank is no one's first language.
Unless there is some pain or difficulty with menstruation, it will only be noted upon physical examination. At your first gyn exam it will be mentioned if present.
Brandye
Posted: 23 Sep 20:37
what is this 'gyn exam' tho ?
ive never had one ......
iloveanimals
Posted: 23 Sep 20:39
It is a specifically female examination by a doctor who is familiar with those parts. Every woman should have an exam before becoming sexually active. We recommend by age 16. How did you learn that you have a tilted uterus? That does not show externally.
Read the damned sticky and you will not need to ask this question. Two posts ago you say you are scared to have one and now you are asking what it is.
Brandye
Posted: 23 Sep 20:39
im scared to have one because im afraid i might have one - its just in my head because i cnt seem to conceive no matter what and it feels weird inside - if that makes sense - hmm cant explain it sorry
obv im sexually active but how could i have found out about having one of these exams if i never heard of one before thats why im now worried because i aint had one
whatever it is im sayin - is im scared of having it done
i know no its something to check on if you have a tilted uterus tho so it makes sense a little bit nw and now im worrying if ive gt it
so you can only tell by this exam thn ? i really wouldnt want to go to it tho but want to know if ive got it or not - is there another way around it ...
iloveanimals
Posted: 23 Sep 20:39
thank brandye.
iloveanimals:
if you're sexually active, you need an exam.ask your mum. you're over 19, which makes you older than i am, which means you should definitely have one, just to make sure everything is properly developed and functioning.
I've talked to my gyno about it, and she concurs with brandye about having children, but also told me that about 30% of women have a tilted uterus, and that it really usn't a big deal. you're only 19, so when it comes time to being pregnant and having kids, just go to your doctor, talk to them about it, and carry on.
the gyn exam isn't scary either. read the sticky. and remember to be 100% honest with your gynocologist. your health is more important than your dignity.
glazedonut
Posted: 23 Sep 20:39
I recently found out that my uterus is tilted towards my back. (not sure I why I was not informed at one of the exams in 10 years) This is has caused pain and bleeding during intercourse occasionally. Dr says that is normal and I have been tested for other problems that may cause this and all came back healthy and normal. My question is..is there any way to correct this or any certain thing that will enable it. Any suggestions are appreciated. The Dr just said it is something I will have to deal with, and probably so. I was just curious if anyone had any helpful hints..
Newchic
Posted: 24 Sep 00:23
This is not an unusual condition. It is usually for life. In extreme cases, surgery may be performed but for most women, what we get is what we get. I can understand pain during intercourse but do no understand what would cause bleeding - unless the two happen at about the same time during the same act.
I know of no secrets that can help other than avoiding those positions that do cause pain.
Brandye
Posted: 24 Sep 00:23
Ditto to what Brandye just said. It's not a big deal & should not cause you issues; if was severe the Gyn would have informed you.
sera300
Posted: 24 Sep 00:24
Thank you for the info ladies. My only issue is the pain and bleeding. I only bleed when there is pain and the instant it begins to hurt we take a break and try another position. The only confusing thing is there is no rhyme or reason for the pain and bleeding. It is very random. I do appreciate the feedback
Newchic
Posted: 24 Sep 00:24
Have you spoke with your gyn about this? The only reason I can think of [for the bleeding] is irritation of an area, lack of lubrication--however is should be very scant or because of the onset of your period. For positioning; where he is hitting an area, such as the cervix or above it, may cause the pain or being too rough or prolonged for you. Have you had a pap done recently?
As far as a tipped/tilted uterus? Years back I was told the same & some nonsense about "You may have difficulty becoming pregnant" (This was about 28 years ago) and it was not an issue since when I was married; went off all birth control to conceive and it took 2 months. Miscarried for other reasons which were not medical in nature.
sera300
Posted: 24 Sep 00:24