The lochia is clean after 12 days and then comes back bright red

Postpartum lochia usually lasts for about 4 weeks before stopping, but it takes about 6 weeks to recover. Normal postpartum lochia has a fishy smell but no peculiar smell. As the amount of abnormal uterine bleeding gradually decreases, the discharge of postpartum lochia will also gradually decrease. How long it takes for lochia to clear up varies from person to person, with an average of about 21 days, the shortest being 14 days, and the longest being up to 6 weeks. If lochia is discharged for a long time, you should consider the possibility that the lochia is not clear after delivery. It is best to go to the hospital for medical treatment as soon as possible to avoid delaying the disease. You can also take good care of your body through diet therapy. It should be noted that pregnant women must pay great attention to the discharge of postpartum lochia after giving birth, get plenty of rest, and improve nutrition and diet to enhance their immunity against viral infections.

What is the reason for the bright red lochia to come back after 12 days of postpartum lochia?

First, lower abdominal pain is mostly caused by infection, and usually there will be a strong odor in the secretion. It is recommended to provide clinical anti-infection treatment;

Second, eating relatively more ginseng, deer antler slices, jujube, and donkey-hide gelatin cakes after giving birth may cause red bleeding in the vagina, or using alcohol to make stews after giving birth may also cause fresh bleeding;

Third, there are residues in the uterine cavity, such as embryos and fetal membranes, which will cause persistent vaginal bleeding after the lochia is cleared, usually accompanied by paroxysmal lower abdominal pain. In clinical medicine, this kind of situation will also occur due to poor uterine repair. B-ultrasound examination must be performed before appropriate therapeutic drugs can be given for treatment.

Normal postpartum lochia can be divided into three types according to its color, content and time:

1. Stubborn postpartum lochia

There is a lot of blood, and the duration can last for 3-4 days, then the bleeding will gradually decrease and the plasma will gradually increase.

2. Postpartum lochia

There is more plasma, and the plasma lochia can last longer, about 10 days, and then the plasma will gradually decrease, and the white blood cell count will soon gradually increase, turning into white lochia.

3. White lochia

With a higher white blood cell count, it can last for about 3 weeks.

Key points of medical care for parturients with persistent lochia:

1. The air in the room needs to circulate properly, which is beneficial for the blood and qi of pregnant women to recover as soon as possible after giving birth. Family members should also let new mothers wake up and move around as much as possible after giving birth, which will greatly help the blood circulation and can make the residual blood stasis in the uterine cavity be discharged faster.

2. The temperature should be appropriate, avoiding being too cold or too hot. Also pay attention to keeping yourself warm to prevent the invasion of dampness. Also maintain regular cleaning of private parts.

3. In terms of diet for new mothers, you should pay attention to nutritional balance and eat a light diet if you are a person with weak qi. Then you can take old hen soup, longan soup, jujube soup and so on. Also note that new mothers should not eat cold or spicy foods.

Preventive measures for unclean lochia after childbirth:

1. Self-care

You can rest in bed, and mothers who have just given birth should pay attention to maintaining a happy mood, not being too excited, and avoiding mental stimulation that affects postpartum recovery.

2. Avoid sexual intercourse between husband and wife

After the birth of the baby, it is strictly forbidden for couples to have sexual intercourse within 50 days to avoid infection.

3. Disinfection and sterilization

During the period of lochia, mothers should choose soft pad paper and pay attention to disinfection to avoid infection.

4. Exercise moderately

During the period of gradual recovery after childbirth and the reduction of lochia, appropriate exercise can be performed, which is very beneficial for the recovery of mothers and the discharge of residual uterine turbidity.

5. Pay attention to the circulation of products related to indoor air quality

During the recovery process, mothers should pay attention to the air circulation in the living area, and also keep warm to avoid catching cold.