What does symphysis pubis separation mean?

It should be a great experience for every mother, because both pregnancy and childbirth will bring great pain to the mother. Even after giving birth, the mother still has to face various sequelae caused by childbirth. For example, symphysis pubis separation is a sequelae that many women will experience after giving birth. But what exactly does symphysis pubis separation mean?

1. Pubic symphysis separation usually occurs during pregnancy, especially in the late pregnancy or after delivery. During childbirth, the pubic bone and surrounding ligaments become loose and their position changes due to the action of progesterone. Once the hormones disappear or decrease, if the pubic bone and surrounding tissues cannot recover to their pre-delivery state, pain will occur, affecting the life of the mother.

2. Separation of the pubic symphysis is a relatively serious injury clinically. This injury is also called pelvic fracture. The pubic symphysis is composed of cartilage, fibrocartilage, and surrounding ligaments. Once the pubic symphysis is separated, it will cause massive local bleeding and severe local pain symptoms. A pubic separation pelvic fracture may be caused by a serious car accident or a violent collision, or by falling from a height.

Suggested actions

In order to prevent symphysis pubis separation, do not overeat during pregnancy to prevent rapid weight gain of the fetus. An overweight and large fetus will aggravate the condition and cause ligament damage. You should eat regularly, eat small meals frequently, and exercise moderately if your physical condition allows.

Precautions

When the pain symptoms of symphysis pubis separation worsen, seek medical attention immediately and use an abdominal support belt to assist. It reduces the weight on the ligaments and pelvis, and helps alleviate the condition.