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Postpartum bleeding

2023-12-24 02:11:44
I had C section delivery 18 days back. The bleeding stopped a week back but started again with bright red. Is this normal?? Any concern should I take?
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Answered2023-12-24 03:56:39

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Bleeding is expected
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should not be more than 2-3 pads in a day
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review with the Gyanecologist who performed the c-section for better evaluation

Answered2023-12-24 02:38:37

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Answered2023-12-24 05:18:54

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Yes bleeding can occur in and off upto 42 days post delivery. But make sure it is not excessive like you have to change every 2 hours and with passage of clots

Answered2023-12-24 02:52:20

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Yes it is normal you can bleed  off n on up to 45 days

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