Too tight to have sex after episiotomy

Many mothers feel that the episiotomy wound is bearable, but the 1-2 weeks after the operation are the most painful. Of course, taking painkillers is the most immediate way to relieve pain, but you can also use some physical therapy methods to repair the wound as soon as possible. So, what should you do if the episiotomy wound is too tight to have sex? Let's have a simple understanding of this issue. I hope the following points will be helpful to everyone!

What should I do if the episiotomy wound is too tight to have sex?

In order to avoid vaginal tearing when choosing natural delivery, a vaginal episiotomy is necessary. If a person has a scar-prone constitution, the scar may enlarge or shrink, thus causing the vagina to shrink. In this case, it is recommended to see a gynecologist. If the condition is serious, surgery may be required.

Generally, after a normal birth, the female hormones in the human body change, causing an imbalance in female hormones. During sexual intercourse, the vagina becomes drier and discomfort such as pain may occur. It is recommended that you seek medical attention for a follow-up visit to see if it is caused by infection or inflammation, and to have six hormone tests if necessary.

The tightening of the vagina after episiotomy during normal delivery may be caused by scar tissue. It is recommended that you go to the hospital for a check-up. If the scar is too large, you can undergo surgery. Pay attention to local hygiene, clean the sexual organs and do enough foreplay during sexual intercourse.

Wound care after episiotomy during normal delivery

1. Clean after going to the toilet: After giving birth, women should clean the perineum with tap water after going to the toilet, just like wiping it with a handkerchief. Clean from front to back to prevent bacterial infection. 2. Keep the wound dry: After going to the toilet or taking a shower, gently pat the vulva with facial tissue to keep the wound dry and clean. 3. Do not use force: Do not use force to defecate to prevent the repaired wound from cracking again. 4. Do not lift hanging objects: Within one month after giving birth, you do not need to lift anything, do not do any energy-consuming housework or exercise. 5. Youdian can be used for swelling and pain: If the laceration is more serious and the wound is swollen and painful, you can add iodine to the water for a bath, or use a heating lamp to speed up the recovery rate. (Betadine can sterilize, warm water and heating lamp can promote blood circulation with high temperature)

During the wound repair process, there are also some common problems: before the stitches are removed, the wound should be cleaned twice a day, and once after defecation to prevent feces from contaminating the wound; after the stitches are removed, if the lochia has not yet cleared, you should still insist on washing the private parts with warm water twice a day. In addition, maintain smooth bowel movements to prevent the wound from cracking. When defecating, it is best to choose a sitting position and minimize the time. In addition, the inside of the wound is not yet firm after the stitches are removed, so it is best not to do too much exercise or do strenuous movements.

Diet:

1. Eat more high-fiber foods to prevent constipation. If the mother is constipated, exerting too much force when defecating can easily cause the wound to be lacerated again. 2. Develop regular bowel habits. 3. Drink plenty of water, 2000cc per day. In addition, if the wound has the following conditions, you should inform the doctor immediately and ask her to deal with it:

1. Wound abscess: Severe pain will appear at the wound site 1-2 hours after suture, and it will become heavier, and even a feeling of heaviness and swelling in the anus will occur. 2. Wound infection: 2-3 days after giving birth, the wound will become red, swollen, hot, painful, and sometimes accompanied by a lump, and purulent secretions when squeezed. 3. Wound cracking after stitches are removed: Some pregnant women will experience wound cracking after stitches are removed. If you have already been hospitalized, you should go to the hospital for examination and treatment immediately.