Patient's question:
Postpartum lochia incomplete after cesarean section, D&C performed three months later. Had a menstrual period 40 days after surgery, but now delayed by more than a week in the second month. [Abortion performed]Previous treatment and effectiveness: Took Yi Mu Cao (Chinese herb) but was ineffective.
What kind of help is needed: What should I do? Is this menstrual irregularity? Is it possible to get pregnant after tubal ligation? What medication should I take?
Doctor's answer:
Irregular menstruation is mostly caused by deficiency of qi and blood in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the failure of nourishing Chong and Ren meridians. Cesarean section and Dilation and Curettage (D&C) procedures can affect the body's qi and blood, leading to deficiency and thus causing menstrual disorders. It is recommended to treat with oral Chinese medicine. Patients should consult a formal TCM hospital for follow-up treatment. Oral herbs that tonify qi and blood and regulate Chong and Ren meridians should be taken for 1-2 courses, combined with physical therapies such as moxibustion. The results are quite effective, and your menstrual disorder symptoms can be significantly relieved.Gynecological diseases are prone to occur. During medication, women should pay attention to self-care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is advised that patients maintain clean external genitalia at all times.