ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CESAREAN SECTION (C - SECTION BIRTH)

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2. ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CESAREAN SECTION (C - SECTION BIRTH) The cesarean section also known as the C section in medical terms is a surgical practice first performed in the United States in 1794 by Dr. Jesse Bennett on his wife Elizabeth in which both her wife and the baby were alive. This is a surgical procedure in which one or more babies are delivered through an incision in the Mother's abdomen rather than the vagina. Doctors perform this operation when there are certain complications in vaginal delivery such as high blood pressure, twins' babies obstructed labor, etc. The worldwide cesarean section rate has raised from around 7% in 1990 to 21% today. It is the most common surgery performed in the United States. According to current medical evidence, a mother can go for a maximum of three planned cesareans for delivering his newborns. Procedure:-  In this surgical procedure, the patient is given general anesthesia and the urine is drained using a urine catheter and the abdomen is cleaned by an antiseptic. The incision is done in the lower abdomen of the mother which is about 6 inches in length. Before reaching the uterus surgeon have to cut five different layers of skin and then the uterus. The baby is then taken out from the womb of the mother by the surgeon. The incision is then stitched and close. The mother can then breastfeed the baby as soon as she is out of the operation room and awake.

3. Recovery:- A mother under caesarian section experiences cramps,  nausea, vomiting after the operation. Mother may have reduced bowel movements for hours to days. This thing is usually resolved without any medication. Immediately after cesarean section some complementary therapies such as electromagnetic therapy or musical therapy relieve the pain of the mother. Back pain or abdomen pain maybe continue after this major surgery. This may be reduced by taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs which are given by the consultant squats in the hospitals.

4. Measures to take after C section for fast recovery:- Taking healthy nutrition:  Taking adequate nutrition is just as necessary after your delivery as it was while you are pregnant. Taking plenty of water hydrates your body after the operation and Your breastfeeding supply and also gives relief in constipation. Research shows that eating green vegetables after surgery provides better natural healing to your incision, supports better health which is useful for the body to overcome operational stress, and also flavors the breast milk which increases your child's enjoyment and health. 2. Taking plenty of rest:   Like other major surgeries in c-section, your body needs a rest of about 6 to 7 weeks. Avoid going up and downstairs as much as you can. Do not lift anything heavier than your baby, this might put stress on your incision and increase the period of healing. Hold your abdomen whenever you sneeze or cough to protect your incision site.

5. 3. When to seek medical help: Any kind of swelling, redness, or pus oozing from the incision site is an indication of visiting a doctor urgently. Pain around the site, bad-smelling discharge from the vagina, high fever are also symptoms to take medical help. Difficulty in breathing, chest pain, or pain in your breast are some symptoms if ignored lead to serious complications so consults the doctor immediately. 4. Avoid stannous exercise in your routine but do walk gently. 5. Wait to have sex or use tampons. When the professionals go for Cesarean:- 1. Large baby weight of more than 4.5 kg. 2. Placental problems such as Placenta previa, placental abruption, or placental accreta, etc. 3. Umbilical cord abnormality. 4. Failed labor induction.

6. 5. High blood pressure of mother which causes risk in vaginal delivery. 6. Prolonged labor. 7. Previous urine rupture. These are some complication which arises during labor so the surgeon has to go to the surgical procedure. Benefits of cesarean over normal delivery:- Cesarean is the best option for your baby if the doctor has advised you to opt for it. Planned cesarean delivery will let you predict and arrange you're and your baby's needs in advance. Some advantages of the C section are mentioned here in the following points:- 1. Less discomfort. 2. No fear of tearing. 3. Less bleeding. 4. Lesser sexual problems because of no cut or stitches in the perineum and the vagina. 5. Lesser chance of pelvic floor damage which may take place in case of vaginal delivery. 6. Lesser chance of baby suffering from birth trauma. 7. The most important advantage of cesarean delivery is if the mother is suffering from any infectious disease like HIV or hepatitis there is a minor risk of passing disease from mother to baby.

7. Some faults of cesarean:- Although cesarean is a Revolutionary inventory in the field of medical surgery saving lives of many mothers and babies in the world bring certain disadvantages with it that cannot be ignored, such as pain, bleeding in surgery, blood clot risk, infection after surgery, and in some cases mortality of mother are some drawbacks of this surgery.

8. Conclusion:- Cesarean section is a beneficial surgical practice for saving maternal and Infant life. But only when required for medically indicated reasons. It is necessary to take care of the mother after a cesarean to reduce post-cesarean complications. Although it is an adequate procedure, But should be taken in prescription and monitoring of professional doctors. We provide highly experienced Gynae in Chandigarh at Chaitanya Hospital. If you are searching for Best delivery hospital in Chandigarh, come to Chaitanya Hospital. Book an appointment Call us today at 0172-5088088 and visit https://chaitanyahospital.org/ online for more details.

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