One can only imagine the amount of worries a woman who has just become a mother has. But his health cannot be ignored.
Many mothers forget that a postnatal visit to a gynecologist is a must, even if nothing bothers you much.When to see a gynecologist after childbirth
Doctors advise women to be tested 6 weeks after giving birth.
The same number, by the way, is undesirable to have sex. However, some violate both recommendations - abstinence is considered unnecessary, and the visit is postponed until the next week (and so on forever). We tell you why it is still important to visit a specialized specialist after you become a mother.
Possibility to ask questions
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It is the gynecologist who will help you find normal contraceptives, he will tell you when you can get pregnant again, whether conception is possible while breastfeeding, and much more.
Problems can be avoided
The first exam after childbirth can be unpleasant, but you won't have to endure severe pain. But the gynecologist will be able to detect postpartum complications, if they do exist, and deal with their elimination in a timely manner.
In addition, during the examination, you can use a local anesthetic if mom is very unpleasant. Ask your doctor about it.If the birth was natural, then the inspection only lasts a few minutes!
The doctor checks the condition of the genitals, takes a smear from the vagina and cervix (to exclude inflammation).
After a cesarean section examination includes feeling the body of the tag, the doctor assesses its size, mom can be sent for an ultrasound scan.
Curettage, if prescribed, is done under anesthesia.
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