episiotomy

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How soon does episiotomy heal?

jureathome @jureathome (5361) • Philippines 29 Jun 12

I tore the perineum area going up to the rectal portion, and its been 4 weeks since delivery, but I still feel discomfort on that area. How soon does it usually heal? I hope it heals soon enough, because Id like to start on...

Is the episiotomy necessary?

youless @youless (114117) • Guangzhou, China 18 Aug 11

I read a post and I have a doubt whether the episiotomy is necessary or not. Since here if the woman will delivery the baby naturally, 99% will have it. Are these advantages are more than side effects? Did you have it?

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Episiotomy During Childbirth

sudhersana @sudhersana (18) • India 8 Feb 09

I had my first and only son by ceasarean due to high blood pressure. I have heard lot of horror stories about episiotomy. Tell about your experience of episiotomy and also do you think that episiotomy is necessary during normal...

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If you are or have been pregnant...

birthlady @birthlady (5609) • United States 27 Oct 06

were you afraid of labor and childbirth? What scared you?

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