How long does it take for a birth canal tear to heal?

Nowadays, many pregnant women choose natural birth. Because natural childbirth not only helps women's body recover, but babies born naturally are also relatively healthier. However, during a normal birth, the mother needs to exert a lot of force, and during this process, the birth canal is likely to be torn. If the birth canal is torn, it must be properly recovered. So, how long does it take for a birth canal tear to heal?

How long does it take for a birth canal tear to heal?

If the birth canal is torn, the stitches can usually be removed 5 days after suturing. The skin nerves at the tear are damaged, so it hurts. The pain will gradually decrease over time.

What should you pay attention to after the birth canal is torn?

1. Keep the perineum clean and hygienic to prevent infection. Wash the vulva with clean water after urination and defecation. Do not add cleaning liquid or washing liquid to the water. When cleaning the vulva, follow the order from top to bottom and from inside to outside, that is, wipe the mons pubis and labia on both sides first, and finally wipe the anus.

2. Lie on the side opposite to the wound. For example, if the perineal wound is on the left side, lie on the right side to prevent lochia from flowing into the wound and increasing the chance of infection.

3. Keep bowel movements smooth to prevent the wound from splitting. When defecating, it is best to sit down and try to shorten the time.

4. During the wound recovery period, do not sit or stand for a long time, and do not make large movements. If the wound splits after the stitches are removed, seek medical attention immediately.

5. If the wound becomes red, swollen, hot, painful, and sometimes accompanied by nodules, or if there is purulent secretion when squeezed, you should tell your doctor immediately.

6. Avoid sexual intercourse within 6 weeks after delivery.

The answer to how long it will take for a birth canal tear to heal is not fixed and will vary depending on each person's constitution and situation. So if you want to recover quickly, we suggest that you pay more attention to rest and personal hygiene to avoid infection of the wound. At the same time, you should pay close attention to the recovery of the wound and avoid sexual intercourse until the wound is completely healed.