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Episiotomy also known as perineotomy is an incision made in the perineum - the tissue between the vaginal opening and the anus - during childbirth. Although an episiotomy was once a routine part of childbirth, that's no longer the case. Routine episiotomies are no longer recommended. Still, the procedure is warranted in some cases. Your health care provider might recommend an episiotomy if:
- Extensive vaginal tearing appears likely
- Your baby is in an abnormal position
- Your baby is large (fetal macrosomia)
- Your baby needs to be delivered quickly
If you need an episiotomy and you haven't had any type of anesthesia or the anesthesia has worn off, you'll likely receive an injection of a local anesthetic to numb the tissue. You shouldn't feel your health care provider making the incision or repairing it after delivery.
For years, an episiotomy was thought to help prevent more extensive vaginal tears during childbirth - and heal better than a natural tear. The procedure was also thought to help preserve the muscular and connective tissue support of the pelvic floor. Today, however, research suggests that routine episiotomies may not prevent these problems after all. Recovery is generally uncomfortable, and sometimes the surgical incision is more extensive than a natural tear would have been. Infection is possible. For some women, an episiotomy causes pain during sex in the months after delivery. An extensive episiotomy might also contribute to fecal incontinence after childbirth.
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What is indication of episiotomy?
An episiotomy is usually indicated when there is a need to enlarge the vaginal opening to facilitate childbirth and prevent tearing. This may be necessary in cases where the baby is in distress and needs to be delivered quickly, or if the mother's tissues are at risk of tearing extensively.
During what stage of labor is an episiotomy done?
An episiotomy is done during the second stage of labor
Why is episiotomy done?
Episiotomy may be done during childbirth to widen the vaginal opening to facilitate delivery of the baby. It is usually performed if there is a risk of tearing or if the baby needs to be delivered quickly to prevent complications. However, episiotomies are now less common and are typically only performed when medically necessary.
How do you spell appeziotomy?
The surgical procedure, usually only performed during childbirth, is spelled episiotomy.
When does the doctor decide whether to do an episiotomy?
The decision to perform an episiotomy is generally not made until the second stage of labor, when delivery of the baby is imminent.
What risks exist for the patient in undergoing an episiotomy?
Several side effects of episiotomy have been reported, including infection, increased pain, prolonged healing time, and increased discomfort once sexual intercourse is resumed. There is also the risk that the episiotomy incision.
What characteristics does an abnormal episiotomy have?
An episiotomy incision that is too long or deep may extend into the rectum, causing more bleeding and an increased risk of infection. Additional tearing or tissue damage may occur beyond the episiotomy incision, leaving a cut and a.
They say if your nipples are brown your pregnant So is that true?
No, not always it could just be maturing, not always necessary mean you are pregnant, but you cant find out for sure by a pregnancy test good luck.
Is it necessary to feel the symptoms of pregnancy?
No. Every pregnancy is different, and every woman experiences pregnancy different.
Why is an episiotomy performed?
An episiotomy is a procedure where the skin between the vagina and the anus (the perineum) is cut. It is done occasionally to enlarge the vaginal opening so that a baby can be more easily delivered.
What are the 2 types of episiotomy?
The two types of episiotomy are median (or midline) and mediolateral. A median episiotomy involves a vertical incision made down the center of the perineum, while a mediolateral episiotomy involves an incision that is made at an angle away from the midline. The choice between these types depends on factors like the baby's position and the need to minimize future pelvic floor issues. Mediated episiotomies may be preferred for reducing the risk of severe tearing.
What stage could a women have an episiotomy?
This would occur at delivery.
