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Episiotomy gaping
Is it necessary to restich epi gaping wound.. it's difficult for me to go to hospital in this lockdown.. i delivered on 15mar ( vaccum) and noticed 2-3 stitches have come out.... I have taken 5 days of oral antibiotics and chymoral.. there is no sign of infection till now... Raw area is there(where labia majora ends rt side)
How long it will take to heal? Will there be any complications in future?
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No need of stitching consult on line
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Blood supply in the vaginal area there is no requirement for stitching. Unless until I see the phone I cannot come in whether repeat stitch or to leave it alone
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Dr. Puja Prasad
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
21 yrs exp
Delhi
Cleanliness of the vaginal area plays a pivotal role in healing of a episiotomy wound. Try to keep the area clean and dry as much as possible. Futher medication depends on the depth of the wound for which the wound needs to b seen.
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keep it clean n dry
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