Postpartum lochia is unclean and has a foul odor

Pregnant women who have just given birth will secrete a substance from their vagina, which is called lochia. No matter whether they have a caesarean section or a natural birth, there will be secretion. The length of lochia is also closely related to the individual's physical fitness. Generally, there will be more blood at the beginning, and the color is bright red, which is similar to the color of menstruation. So what is the reason for the odor?

1Usually, the lochia is red about four days after the birth of the baby. However, if there is a lot of lochia and fever during this period, you should see a doctor in time to diagnose whether there is infection in the uterus that causes the continued lochia and internal bleeding.

2 Generally, the lochia after giving birth is fishy and will not have a fishy smell. If there is a lot of blood or blood clots discharged about ten days after giving birth, you should see a doctor in time to avoid delay in causing anemia or other more serious conditions.

3. If a pregnant woman has a fever and is accompanied by lower abdominal pain, the amount of lochia increases and has an odor, and the color of the lochia is abnormal, these are not normal conditions for postpartum lochia. They should be taken seriously and she should see a doctor for treatment in time to avoid endometritis, uterine infection or other symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Generally, the lochia will clear up in about ten days after the birth of the baby. If the lochia continues to appear and has an odor, you must see a doctor for timely treatment to avoid causing greater harm to the pregnant woman or even threatening her life.