A patient who uses a pessary to help control incontinence is given instruction for its care.What should these instructions include?

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The pessary needs to be removed periodically for cleaning to ensure that it is comfortable and effective. Douche is not recommended as it can disrupt the natural flora of the vagina. Checking for proper placement should be more frequent than once a month, as it is important to ensure that the pessary is in the correct position to prevent discomfort and improve incontinence. Deflating the cuff is not applicable to all types of pessaries.

A Patient Who Uses a Pessary to Help Control Incontinence