A retroverted uterus means
the uterus is tipped backwards so that it aims towards the rectum instead of forward towards the belly
. Some women may experience symptoms including painful sex. In most cases, a retroverted uterus won’t cause any problems during pregnancy.
What causes retroverted uterus?
In most cases, a retroverted uterus is a normal finding. However, in some cases it may be caused by
endometriosis
, salpingitis, or pressure from a growing tumor.
What are the symptoms of a retroverted uterus?
- pain in your vagina or lower back during sexual intercourse.
- pain during menstruation.
- trouble inserting tampons.
- increased urinary frequency or feelings of pressure in the bladder.
- urinary tract infections.
- mild incontinence.
- protrusion of the lower abdomen.
Can I get pregnant with retroverted uterus?
Absolutely
! The position of your uterus is not related to your fertility, and a retroverted uterus alone will not affect your ability to get pregnant. The goal of the sperm reaching the uterus and the fallopian tubes is dependent on sperm quality and cervical and tubal integrity, not the tilt of the uterus.
What happens to a retroverted uterus during pregnancy?
A
retroverted uterus has no effect on your ability to get pregnant
. And it very rarely has any effect on pregnancy, labor, or birth. Most often an inverted uterus will correct itself by the second trimester, as it grows. After delivery, it may or may not return to its retroverted position.
Can a retroverted uterus be fixed?
If your uterus is tipped and it’s causing problems for you, your doctor may be able to prescribe exercises, a support device, or a surgical procedure to correct the angle of your uterus and relieve your symptoms.
What is the treatment for retroverted uterus?
In most cases, a retroverted uterus won’t cause any problems during pregnancy. Treatment options include
exercises, a pessary or surgery.
Can a retroverted uterus cause bowel problems?
That’s called a retroverted uterus. Women with retroverted uteruses are
more at risk for a range of bladder and bowel problems
, from prolapse (when the uterus drops into the vagina) to constipation (from pressure on the neighboring bowel).
Can a retroverted uterus cause irregular periods?
Sometimes, a tilted uterus can be a symptom of another pelvic condition, such as endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease. Women may experience abdominal pain, pelvic pain, or irregular menstrual periods.
How do I know if my uterus is Anteverted or Retroverted?
If your doctor tells you have you an anteverted uterus, it means that your uterus tilts forward at your cervix, toward your abdomen. Most women have this type of uterus. A uterus that tips backward at your cervix is known as a
retroverted uterus
.
Can a retroverted uterus cause miscarriage?
Typically, the
answer is no
, but there are uncommon situations you should be aware of. For example, miscarriage can occur if you develop a rare complication of a retroverted uterus called an incarcerated uterus. While serious, the problem can usually be fixed if it is recognized promptly.
How can I get pregnant fast?
Experts say the best way to get pregnant fast is to have
sex once a day, every other day
, during the fertile window right before and after ovulation. If you have sex too often, your partner’s sperm count may be reduced, and if you don’t have enough sex, the sperm may be old and unable to swim as fast.
How can I get pregnant in a month?
Have sex
every other day during the fertile window
The “fertile window” spans a six-day interval — the five days prior to ovulation and the day of it, according to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Every month, a woman is most fertile on these days.
Does a retroverted uterus make you show earlier?
“A woman who has a retroverted uterus,” Clark said, “can develop a baby bump later in the second trimester, when the uterus finally assumes a more typical position.” An extremely anteverted uterus, however
“may ‘show’ through a earlier baby bump
, especially in multiparous women.”
When does a retroverted uterus flip during pregnancy?
Usually,
between the 10th -12th week of pregnancy
, your uterus will no longer be tipped or “backward.” This should cause no difficulty for the pregnancy or for labor and birth.
Is it harder to see a baby with a tilted uterus?
You could also have a tilted uterus, which can make it harder to see your baby
until they’re a little bigger
. That said, the 7-week ultrasound could also reveal a hard truth about the health of your pregnancy.
