Patient's question:
I just had a cesarean section and gave birth to my child. The elders said that cesarean section cannot take a bath, but I always find it hard to understand, can cesarean section take a bath?Doctor's answer:
About one week after cesarean section, the incision will basically be healed. You can take a shower or bath, but you cannot take a tub bath. After bathing, use povidone-iodine to sterilize the incision. If the incision is not fully healed, you should not take a bath and should use a damp towel to bathe instead to prevent infection. Tub bathing is not allowed if the incision has not healed after a cesarean section. Two months after a cesarean section, sexual activity is strictly prohibited to prevent tub bathing. In addition to timely treatment for a cesarean section, patients also need to pay attention to postoperative care, such as proper diet and maintaining a positive mood.