Healing After Birth : Treatments for Postpartum Abdominal Pain

The main reason for stomach pain after delivery is the shrinkage of the uterus. Actually, during pregnancy, the uterus grows many times its normal size to support the baby. Then when the baby is born, it slowly starts returning to its normal size. During this process, women may feel severe pain in the lower abdomen, which is called afterpain.

This pain may feel like menstrual cramps. This pain can be unbearable for the first few days after delivery. After this, the pain gradually starts reducing. Some women may feel more pain in the stomach during breastfeeding.

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Stomach pain can occur not only in normal delivery, but also after cesarean delivery. Even after cesarean delivery, the uterus contracts to come to its normal size. After cesarean delivery, there may be more pain in the lower abdomen. In this situation, the woman needs adequate rest.

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Constipation can also cause abdominal pain in women after delivery. There can be many reasons for constipation after delivery. These include high progesterone hormone in pregnancy, lack of fiber, stress, hemorrhoids and inactive lifestyle after delivery. Women may feel cramps, pressure and swelling when constipated. Apart from this, some medicines such as anesthesia and opioids can also slow down digestion. This can cause constipation and abdominal pain.

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Endometriosis is inflammation of the lining of the uterus, which can be caused by infection. In this condition, women may feel constipation, abnormal vaginal discharge and pain in the pelvic area. Endometriosis can also cause abdominal pain after delivery.

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Bacterial vaginosis is also a type of infection, which is caused by bad bacteria in the uterus. Burning sensation while urinating, foul smell from urine, itching and pain in the vagina are the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis. This condition should not be ignored at all.

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Over-the-counter painkillers, such as ibuprofen, can be taken to get relief from abdominal pain. If the pain is unbearable, then pain relievers can be taken on the advice of the doctor.

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Just as it is important to remain active during pregnancy, similarly you should keep yourself active after delivery as well. For this, you should take a little walk, this will get rid of constipation. Also, you will get relief from stomach pain.

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Breathing exercise can be done to reduce stomach pain. For this, you can do some pranayama. Some other light yoga asanas can also be done. This will make you feel relaxed.

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Take complete rest after C-section delivery. Avoid putting too much pressure on the stomach. Avoid lifting heavy items.

Applying a heating pad on the stomach can also provide relief from pain. If you do not have a heating pad, you can apply a hot water bottle. This relaxes the muscles and can provide relief from afterpain.

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After delivery, women may feel stomach pain while breastfeeding. To avoid this, empty the bladder before breastfeeding. Do not hold urine at all.

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By changing lifestyle, stomach pain can be reduced to some extent. For this, a woman can do light exercise and walk for some time. Apart from this, you can consume fruits and vegetables rich in fiber. Also drink enough water. If you are breastfeeding, then definitely take 13 glasses of water a day. This will keep you hydrated and relieve constipation.

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