Menstrual cup misuse 'can cause pelvic organ prolapse'
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Symptoms can usually be improved with pelvic floor exercises and lifestyle changes, but sometimes medical treatment is needed."And I had really thoroughly read the instructions, so I thought I was doing everything properly."There is limited research on the products, but in alast year - which looked at 43 studies involving 3,300 women and girls living in rich and poor countries - the authors concluded menstrual cups were a"safe option".
Currently they are not safety-tested, and there is no industry standard or body responsible for collating complaints. "She advised me not to use the cup any more," she added."She was not a fan of them at all, especially in women who've already had kids like me."
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