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NWHIC Publications Catalog -- Record DetailsPessary: What it is and How to Use One (Copyright © AAFP)
2008,
On-line publication,
English
Description:A pessary is a plastic device that fits into your vagina to help support your uterus, vagina, bladder, or rectum. This article explains what kind of pessary a person will use, how to care for a pessary, side effects a pessary can have, what happens if a pessary falls out, and other important information to know when using a pessary. Availability information:This publication is available only on the Internet. Source:American Academy of Family Physicians Phone number(s):
(913) 906-6000 Related topics:These topics may help you find additional publications. Click any of these links to do an automatic search. NWHIC record number P-11574 |
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