How to care after caesarean section stitches removal

After the cesarean section, the wound heals and the stitches need to be removed. Removing the stitches does not mean that the wound has completely healed. At this time, you must be more careful to avoid the wound from breaking open. In addition, you must prevent infection. When itching occurs, do not scratch it with your hands. After taking a shower, you can use an alcohol swab and dip it in a little alcohol to wipe the wound. This can promote the anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects.

Be especially careful with postpartum care

Since the wound after a cesarean section is relatively large, you must be particularly careful and cautious in postpartum care. Because the surgical wound is large, the stitches or skin clips of the cesarean section wound can be removed 5 to 7 days after the operation. However, it takes about five to six weeks to fully recover. If the wound is well cared for, the recovery period can be shortened. The principles of care for both episiotomy and cesarean section wounds are generally the same, but due to the different locations, different techniques must be used to promote wound recovery.

First of all, we must pay attention to the problem of infection. The integrity of the skin is the first line of defense to protect the body. Therefore, the redness, swelling, heat and pain of the local wound must not be underestimated. As long as the discomfort persists or purulent secretions appear, remember to return to the hospital for examination as soon as possible; in addition, heavy vaginal bleeding or discharge of large amounts of blood clots are also abnormal situations and you should seek medical attention as soon as possible.

The following points should be noted:

1. Do not get the wound wet or dirty before it heals. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately and apply betadine.

2. After the operation, the doctor will apply cosmetic glue on the wound and then cover it with gauze. The gauze can be removed after 4 days, or immediately if it is damp. The cosmetic glue should be torn off after about a week and replaced with ventilation paper tape.

3. After showering, tear off all the tape on the wound, wipe the wound dry (no need to apply medicine), and then stick two pieces of 3M breathable paper tape, 2.5 cm wide, along the wound.

4. The breathable paper tape must be applied flat and close to the wound to compress the scar to prevent it from becoming wider and thicker. Change it every 3 to 4 days. It can come into contact with water. After contact with water, use a dry towel to dry the surface. Apply one layer after one month and continue for 3 to 6 months.

5. If you are allergic to the breathable paper tape,

6. During the hospitalization after cesarean section, you can consult your doctor based on your own situation and use silicone gel products to promote scar maturation and prevent further scar proliferation.

7. Gently massage the wound with your fingers for 3 to 5 minutes every day to reduce the formation of scars.

8. Avoid exposing the wound to direct sunlight, which will deepen the color of the scar.

9. If the abdominal wound is red, swollen, burning, painful, or has exudate, please return to the hospital for treatment.

10. Avoid pulling the wound and do postpartum exercises after one month.