Patient's question:
Tonight will be my time of delivery. While I was still experiencing abdominal pain, I noticed that the female nurse sometimes carried a bag in her hand. They said that what was in the bag was the placenta of the fetus. What is the use of the placenta of the fetus?Doctor's answer:
The placenta of the fetus indeed has medicinal value, but it needs to be processed, which is known in traditional Chinese medicine as "zi he che." If it is prepared using simple cooking methods, it has almost no significant medicinal effect. It is recommended to pay attention to personal hygiene and warmth after giving birth to prevent bacterial infections and joint pain. Additionally, antibiotics should be used to treat bacterial infections and aid in uterine involution, with regular follow-up check-ups.