Introduction An episiotomy is the most common obstetrical procedure of all. Its purpose is to widen the entrance to the vagina by cutting into the perineum (the region between the vagina and the anus). This is intended to make it easier for the baby to pass through and to relieve the mother’s pelvic floor. In … Episiotomy scar
Pain of the episiotomy scar The episiotomy itself usually causes the mother hardly noticeable pain. This is because anaesthetics are injected into the perineal area before an episiotomy is performed prematurely, whereas with an episiotomy during the birth process the pelvic floor is already stretched so much that its sensitivity to pain is reduced to … Pain of the episiotomy scar | Episiotomy scar
Episiotomy scar inflammation An episiotomy scar is prone to the development of inflammation due to its anatomical proximity to the anus. This is due to the fact that the stool contains various bacteria that perform useful tasks in the intestine, but which can cause inflammation if they come into contact with open skin wounds. Inflammation … Episiotomy scar inflammation | Episiotomy scar
