What are the Risk Factors and Symptoms of a Prolapsed Uterus?
3. Risk Factors
Women who gave birth vaginally have the highest risk of a prolapsed uterus because pregnancy and childbirth significantly stretch the pelvic floor. Risk also increases with age, and those with a family history of prolapse may be more susceptible. Women with obesity, and those who are overweight similarly carry a higher risk. Lastly, Latina and white women appear to be four or five times more likely to experience a uterine prolapse.
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