Vaginal Problems: Check Your Symptoms
When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Do you feel a bulging into your vagina or increased pelvic pressure with movement?
See significance of bulging into vagina or increased pelvic pressure if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.

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Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Do you have low back or pelvic area pain or pressure that is interfering with your daily activities?

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You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
- Yes
- Yes
Do you feel a bulging into your vagina or outside your vaginal area?
Have you had a change in your bowel habits?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | November 03, 2007 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine, Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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