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Regarding bleeding after c section
I got a c section for my first baby and I am still having bleeding even after 6 weeks. Sometimes bleeding disappears and then again comes after sometime. Sometimes it's blackish and sometimes it's red. Is it normal??
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It's normal to have a bleeding for a long duration upto 6-8 weeks
But anytime there is heavy menstrual flow it's alarming
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Red-->brown --> yellow---> white
Bleeding color pattern can be like this from delivery to 6 weeks of post delivery.
Any pain abdomen? Fever?
And also if u r not feeding 8 times a day and 1 night feed, ur menses will resume in 6 weeks of delivery.
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Dr. Aastha Jain
Obstetrics & Gynecology
3 yrs exp
Ajmer
Post‑C section bleeding can continue for up to 6 weeks, but prolonged or intermittent bleeding beyond that, with changing color (blackish to red), may indicate infection, retained tissue, or healing issues. It isn’t typically “normal” and should be evaluated by a healthcare provider.
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
Consult please.
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Dr. Shruti Dahiya
Gynecologist
5 yrs exp
Delhi
After a C-section, light bleeding or spotting (lochia) can normally last up to 6–8 weeks and may come and go. The color changing from red to brown/black is also common as old blood clears.
However, you should consult your gynecologist if bleeding continues beyond 6–8 weeks, becomes heavy, foul-smelling, or is associated with fever, pain, or weakness, as it may need evaluation.
A follow-up check and ultrasound (if advised) will help rule out infection or retained products
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