How is the length of the cesarean section wound determined?

What is the issue that expectant mothers who are about to give birth are most concerned about? It is probably the question of how long the cesarean section wound is. So now let us understand together, how long the cesarean section wound needs to be to ensure a smooth delivery of the fetus, is this kind of wound definitely unable to heal and must leave a scar? So can this incision be controlled by yourself? Let's take a look.

1. How long is the cesarean section wound?

A caesarean section is different from a vaginal delivery. It requires making a 10-centimeter incision in the lower abdomen, opening the abdomen and uterus, taking out the fetus and then suturing it up. The surgical wound is large and the wound surface is wide. It is connected to the vagina which harbors bacteria. Therefore, cesarean section is the largest obstetric surgery with many complications and sequelae. Common complications include fever, uterine bleeding, urinary retention, and intestinal adhesions. The most serious complications include pulmonary embolism and amniotic fluid embolism, which can lead to sudden death. Indefinite sequelae include chronic salpingitis and the resulting ectopic pregnancy, as well as endometriosis. Therefore, strengthening self-care after surgery is very important for a smooth recovery.

2. Caesarean section wound healing time

Since the cesarean section wound is relatively large, the epidermal wound can heal within 5-7 days after the operation, but it takes about 4-6 weeks to fully recover. Generally, the wound will become a red scar in about a year and a half. It will feel hard and itchy on cloudy and rainy days. This is a chronic inflammation in the wound healing process. After a year and a half, it will basically turn into a white, soft scar. If the mother does not have a scar-prone constitution and recovers well after the operation, it will basically not be noticeable.

3. Pay attention to postpartum care

First of all, you should pay attention to keeping the wound clean and dry to avoid infection. Do not get your skin wet within a week after returning home to prevent the wound from being soaked. The breathable tape applied to the wound when you are discharged from the hospital can be removed after one week and you can take a shower. Once the wound shows local redness, swelling, heat, cracking, or purulent secretions, go to the hospital for treatment immediately.

Secondly, pay attention to postpartum diet conditioning: within one week after delivery, you can increase protein food. Foods high in protein, such as milk and eggs, can help wounds heal faster. Eat more crude fiber foods to prevent the formation of hard stools that are difficult to pass and affect the perineal wound. When you are constipated, eating more bananas can help relieve constipation.

Of course, if the wound does not heal for a long time due to physical reasons or wound reasons, you can use Yu’s Wound Healing Recipe and other drugs that promote wound healing as auxiliary treatment, which can quickly promote the healing of the patient’s wound.

The above is a detailed answer to the question of how long the cesarean section wound is. Mothers should know that pregnancy and childbirth are very wonderful things for a woman. Don’t be afraid that childbirth will leave marks on your body. This is the best compliment to you and it records the great moment of your child’s arrival. If you really don’t want to have a cesarean section, you can give birth naturally if circumstances permit.