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What Causes Abdominal Swelling After Child Birth?
Hi i have just give birth 2 months ago an have healed well and been feelong okay but for the last few days my stomache has been really sore an i have pains like period pains is this normal as i have already had my time of the month this month aswell so im abit woried
Wed, 25 Sep 2019
Hello,
Abdominal pain after childbirth is commonly due to the shrinkage of the uterus to its normal size. Breastfeeding causes the release of oxytocin & hence contraction of the uterus or constipation.
Take a high fiber diet & laxatives before bedtime. Stay well hydrated. Take antacids if gas is forming.
However, you are suggested to visit your gynae & get a follow-up examination done to rule out any developing pathology.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
Abdominal pain after childbirth is commonly due to the shrinkage of the uterus to its normal size. Breastfeeding causes the release of oxytocin & hence contraction of the uterus or constipation.
Take a high fiber diet & laxatives before bedtime. Stay well hydrated. Take antacids if gas is forming.
However, you are suggested to visit your gynae & get a follow-up examination done to rule out any developing pathology.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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