Postpartum abdominal pain and rumbling after three days of cesarean section - has the bowel movement returned?

Patient's question:

12th C-section, around 9 PM on the 13th, my stomach was rumbling. Is the severe abdominal pain from rapid bowel movement a sign that things are starting to move?

Doctor's answer:

Three days after a cesarean section, appropriate exercise can be performed. Exercise can promote intestinal peristalsis to facilitate early and complete recovery of eating. The rumbling sound in the stomach is caused by intestinal peristalsis when hungry. Exercise should be moderate and within your ability. In addition to caring for the wound after a cesarean section, patients are advised to pay attention to their diet in daily life and maintain a cheerful mood at all times to enhance physical fitness and slow down the recovery process.

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