Normal episiotomy wound recovery picture

The episiotomy wound is very familiar to women who give birth naturally, because the baby is usually born with such a cut, so that the baby in the belly can be born more smoothly. Although the episiotomy wound from a natural birth will undoubtedly heal faster than the wound from a cesarean section, the episiotomy wound is located in an area that is more susceptible to infection, so more attention must be paid. So what are the tones for episiotomy wound repair?

The color of the episiotomy wound repaired

Generally speaking, if you choose natural delivery and episiotomy, the color of the wound should be the same as the surrounding tissue. If there is a significant difference from the surrounding tissue, it may be caused by inflammation or poor blood supply, and corresponding treatment should be given according to the actual cause.

What should you pay attention to when having an episiotomy wound?

1. Wound abscess

It often occurs within 2 hours of episiotomy, which is one of the reasons why mothers need to be observed in the delivery room for 2 hours after giving birth. The specific manifestation after the formation of abscess is severe pain in the wound and a feeling of heaviness at the anus. At this time, it is necessary to dissect, eliminate the abscess, ligate the bleeding blood vessels, and suture them twice. Most wounds can heal normally.

2. Wound infection

The four major symptoms of infection are redness, swelling, heat and pain; there are lumps and a sense of fluctuation, and purulent secretions are discharged when squeezed; at this time, the sutures need to be removed for debridement, acupuncture and physical therapy should be performed again, or a warm water sitz bath with medicine should be used; antibiotics should be used if necessary.

3. Wound dehiscence

In some cases, the wound will split after the stitches are removed. If the wound is fresh, it may be sutured again, but most of the treatment methods are similar to those for infected wounds. Understanding the relevant knowledge about episiotomy wounds can eliminate your worries and fears. As long as you pay attention to wound care after childbirth, it will recover as before.

What is the color of the episiotomy wound after it heals? In fact, no matter what kind of wound it is, the color of the wound after it heals is generally similar to the surrounding skin color. If the wound color is very different, it may be inflammation or infection. Therefore, women with episiotomy wounds must pay attention to daily hygiene until the wound has healed completely.