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My wife's episiotomy stitches are open. What can we do now?
nothing they will heal by themselves wait till they heal
It is rare for the stitches to come undone. But if there is an infection or pressure on the stitches from bleeding underneath can cause the stitches to break, leaving an open wound. This is called perineal wound dehiscence or breakdown. Wound breakdown can cause pain,
Apply Vagibact Cream to the affected area for 3 to 4 times a day. If the condition is not improved then kindly consult the gynecologist so that she can examine the wound site.
mycitracin ointment 3 times daily and proper hygiene and apply guaze or bandage if necessary.
Fusidin cream BD
clean area gently with pyodine
maintain good hygiene
use icepacks and sit in water water.it will helps in healing. it takes around 3 weeks to heal.
Try to avoid constipation.
if you see any discharge like blood then consult gynaecologist so that proper examination can be done.
you can also apply betadine solution to reduce pain.
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