There are several types of pessaries and during your consultation your women’s health physiotherapist will show you the options of which pessaries are appropriate for you. The pessary will be fitted on the day, it is not unusual to try more than one pessary before we get the correct size that suits.
After the first fitting, it is a requirement that you attend the clinic again in approx. 2 weeks’ time to have the pessary checked. If all is OK on that assessment, then you need to be routinely checked by our clinic every 6 months. Sometimes a different size or shape of pessary will have to be fitted, as things may improve or change over time.It may be necessary to wear the pessary all the time or a self-management approach can be adopted. On your initial assessment your women’s health physiotherapist will help determine what the best course of action for you will be.
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Side effects of using a pessary under the correct instructions, with the correct follow up are very low. You will be shown how to remove the pessary if you are experiencing any problems. You may experience more vaginal discharge than normal. Vaginal irritation is another possible side effect. Women may need to use oestrogen cream (this should be prescribed by a GP and used for 2-4 weeks prior to attending the appointment).
If you have an offensive vaginal odour, copious amounts of discharge or unexplained pain or bleeding, you should immediately remove the pessary and contact your health care provider.
