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31 August 2026

'Women just put up with it': Thousands suffer as prolapse surgery wait grows

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Source reporting: abc.net.au

'Women just put up with it': Thousands suffer as prolapse surgery wait grows

Vaginal birth is the biggest risk factor for pelvic organ prolapse, but experts say women are not being told about the risks and warning signs signs prior to birth. It comes as wait lists for surgeries continue to grow.

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