What are the characteristics of lochia after caesarean section?
After a caesarean section, because the cervix is not stimulated by natural delivery and the doctor cleans the uterine cavity during the operation, the bleeding is relatively small, but the lochia will last for a longer time. Lochia refers to the process in which a mixture of endometrial residues, detached placenta and its residues, unnecessary blood cells, and birth canal mucus are excreted from the body after childbirth. It is a physiological phenomenon that restores physiological bleeding. Generally, lochia is dark brown, dark red or brown in color, and has a strong odor. This process will occur after a caesarean section. Due to the greater trauma of a caesarean section, the time to eliminate lochia will be longer than that of a vaginal delivery.
How long does it take to eliminate lochia?
Under normal circumstances, it takes 3 to 6 weeks for lochia to be discharged completely, but there are also some special circumstances, such as mothers having less postpartum activities, poor personal physique, irregular cesarean section surgery, and irritating foods eaten during confinement. etc., will all have an impact on the time it takes to eliminate lochia. If lochia is discharged for too long, it may even lead to serious problems such as intrauterine infection. Therefore, new mothers should pay attention to the discharge of lochia after caesarean section and provide timely care and examination.
How to take care of lochia after caesarean section?
New mothers after caesarean section need to pay more attention to lochia care. First of all, sanitary napkins should be used properly and changed frequently to avoid contaminating lochia to the wound site. Secondly, don’t overwork yourself, especially if you can’t bear weight. At the same time, you should pay attention to a light diet in your daily diet, avoid eating too irritating foods, keep the stool smooth, and avoid straining to defecate. Finally, go to the hospital regularly for examinations to understand the discharge of lochia and the speed and quality of uterine recovery.
How to deal with common problems in the process of eliminating lochia?
After a caesarean section, passing out lochia is a process that new mothers must go through, but some common problems may also occur during this process. For example, if the amount of lochia secretion is too large or lasts too long, it may be that the endometrial residue has not been discharged, and you should go to the hospital for examination in time. In addition, if the lochia has a peculiar smell or abnormal color, it may be an infection and needs to be treated in time. Also pay special attention to go to the hospital immediately if you find excessive bleeding accompanied by pain and other uncomfortable symptoms. You should rely on your doctor\’s advice to treat lochia promptly to avoid serious medical problems.
Summary
The time to pass lochia after caesarean section is a relatively long process, and new mothers need to be particularly careful to maintain their body and health. It is necessary to pay attention to the amount and quality of lochia discharge, pay attention to hygiene and replacement of supplies, and avoid problems of infection and bleeding. At the same time, attention should also be paid to daily care and diet, especially caution when defecating to avoid excessive exertion. If you have problems with lochia discharge, you should go to the hospital as soon as possible to seek professional solutions. Only in this way can the entire recovery period after caesarean section be successfully passed, while the health of the baby and the new mother can also be ensured.
