How long does it take to defecate after cesarean section

There are two ways for women to give birth: cesarean section and natural birth. If the baby is too large or the woman's vaginal opening is too small, natural birth is not suitable and cesarean section is needed. However, many women will have some taboos after cesarean section, and how long it takes to defecate is something that needs attention. So the following is a detailed introduction to how long it takes to defecate after cesarean section.

How long does it take to defecate after cesarean section

You should urinate on your own as soon as possible

Doctors usually place a urinary catheter in the mother before performing a cesarean section. This is to facilitate the operation and to ensure that the mother can urinate normally in case the bladder is accidentally damaged during the operation. 1-2 days after the operation, the effect of the anesthetic drug for the parturient gradually disappears and the parturient's urination function is gradually restored. At this time, the nurse will remove the catheter. Therefore, if the mother feels the urge to urinate after a caesarean section, she should try to urinate on her own. This way, the catheter will not stay in the body for too long, and the chance of bacterial infection will be reduced.

· Defecation within 6 days after cesarean section

If nothing unexpected happens, women who have undergone cesarean section will be able to defecate on their own about 6 days after the operation. If a woman cannot pass stool normally and smoothly after surgery, it is considered difficult to defecate. If the mother cannot defecate normally, then doing the following points may help with defecation.

1. In terms of choosing food, mothers who have undergone caesarean section can eat more green organic vegetables, drink plenty of water, and also drink some fruits that can moisturize the intestines and promote bowel movements, such as honey water, bananas, etc.

2. Mothers should also do appropriate exercise after giving birth. For new mothers who have undergone caesarean section and have no complications, they can try to do some light indoor activities on the second day after giving birth. However, if the new mother shows any abnormal conditions, she should follow the doctor's advice and lie down in bed to rest, and should not get out of bed and walk around too early.

3. If a mother cannot defecate normally for a long time after giving birth, she must ask her obstetrician. She can take some Chinese patent medicine to relieve constipation.

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