Jul 19

How long does it take for Stitches to Dissolve After Birth? When can we Start having Sex?

Tag: QuestionsAnnie @ 10:11 pm

Everyone’s experience is different. Some women find  stitches painful and slow to heal, and others experience much less discomfort. It depends on your physical health. Stitches should have dissolved by three to four weeks after the birth; if they haven’t, or you still feel uncomfortable, seek help from your doctor or health professional. Women who do have stitches need to be mindful that the stitches go through the skin, and that pain, especially through movement, is an indication that you need to stop and rest.  The stitches are pulling through tissues that are tender, bruised, swollen and traumatised. Read the rest of the article

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One Response to “How long does it take for Stitches to Dissolve After Birth? When can we Start having Sex?”

  1. healthranker.com says:

    Sex After Childbirth - How long does it take for Stitches to Dissolve After Birth? When can we Start having Sex?…

    Dissolvable stitches do just that - dissovle and ought to be gone within the first 4 - 6 weeks. The following remedies may help with pain and bruising you may be feeling:

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