Postpartum constipation, hard stool, bleeding

It is normal for postpartum mothers to experience constipation, but if the mother has severe constipation and bloody stools, it needs to be treated seriously. Maternal constipation is often caused by the mother's gastrointestinal tract. In order to prevent mothers from suffering from maternal constipation but severe bleeding in the stool, the following editor will teach you these common treatment methods to help mothers avoid the effects of maternal constipation and severe bleeding in the stool.

Mothers who have postpartum constipation and severe bloody stools are actually caused by improper treatment of postpartum constipation. In many cases, the mother's energy cannot keep up after giving birth, resulting in less regular activity after giving birth, slower gastrointestinal motility, and feces retained in the intestine for a long time. The water in the feces is metabolized and becomes dry, and gradually constipation turns into bloody stools. You can refer to the method strongly recommended by the editor:

1. Whether it is postpartum constipation or severe stool bleeding, mothers must develop the habit of regular bowel movements. Regardless of whether you feel like urinating or not, choose a fixed time every day to squat on the toilet, so that you can develop a classic reflex of regular bowel movements, and persist in it for a long time to develop good bowel habits. In addition, the time spent squatting on the toilet should not be too long, 3 to 5 minutes is enough.

2. Maternal constipation is related to the intensity of the mothers' exercise. It is recommended that mothers who have just given birth should exercise as soon as possible. Pregnant mothers can do some turning over exercises 6-8 hours after giving birth, and gently massage their lower abdomen. When they feel better, they can get out of bed and move around. If they don’t want to go far, they can walk back and forth in the room.

3. Severe constipation and bloody stools in postpartum women can actually be relieved by diet therapy. Mothers should eat more fruits and vegetables, mainly bananas, apples, and pears, and crude fiber vegetables; drink more honey to promote digestion; drink more water to speed up gastrointestinal motility, promote digestion, and relieve the symptoms of constipation.

4. Maintaining a cheerful attitude can also relieve the pain of severe constipation and bleeding in the stool for postpartum women. It is best for mothers to maintain a happy mood and not be angry, upset or depressed to avoid constipation. Because negative emotions such as anxiety and restlessness can cause or aggravate constipation, thereby aggravating bloody stools.

Maternal constipation and even severe constipation and bloody stools are common problems for mothers during the confinement period. Mothers do not need to panic when encountering problems, as these can be prevented and cured. You can refer to the methods recommended by the editor above. If the condition is really serious and cannot be relieved, it is recommended to go to the hospital to see a doctor immediately!