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pessary
This term is a specialized medical noun used primarily in gynecological and urological contexts. It carries a clinical, neutral tone and is used by healthcare providers and patients to describe a specific prosthetic intervention for pelvic floor disorders.
Because it refers to a physical medical device, it is treated as a standard countable noun. It is typically paired with verbs like insert, remove, or fit, and is often specified by its material, such as a silicone pessary.
Meanings
Examples
The doctor recommended a silicone pessary to treat the uterine prolapse.
I wonder if a pessary will actually reduce the pressure I feel.
You will need to return to the clinic every few months to have your pessary checked.
The nurse explained how to properly insert and remove the pessary at home.
A ring pessary is often used to provide support for the bladder.
Does this pessary feel comfortable or is it causing any irritation?
Does this pessary feel comfortable or is it causing any irritation?
Historically, early versions of the pessary were made from materials like cork or sponge.
She decided to try a pessary as a non surgical alternative for her condition.