Patient's question:
After 42 days post-caesarean section, there is no lochia left. I went to the hospital for a follow-up ultrasound, and the report indicated 31×17 residual in the uterine cavity. What should I do? How can I expel the lochia? There is no lochia left now.Doctor's answer:
If there is incomplete lochia after cesarean section, it is necessary to check the duration, amount, and nature of the lochia. Generally, cesarean births are relatively clean during the operation, so many mothers will have it completely expelled within about two weeks. However, some may continue to have it for up to 42 days postpartum. If it has not fully subsided by 42 days postpartum, it is essential to visit the hospital. An ultrasound can then be used to assess the recovery of the uterus. In some cases, incomplete lochia is due to poor healing of the uterine wound, leading to persistent lochia. An ultrasound can help evaluate the color, odor, and other aspects of the lochia for a rough assessment. Medication treatment can be increased, or dietary therapy can also be used.