Patient's question:
My wife gave birth via cesarean section. During the postpartum period, I'm not sure if I didn't take good care of her, and now she always feels numb in her hands and lacks strength. Everyone says it's postpartum wind. Hello, what is postpartum wind?Doctor's answer:
Postpartum wind, also known as "wind after childbirth," refers to a condition where women, during the postpartum period, experience a significant opening of their muscles, tendons, and skin pores, leaving their bodies weak and vulnerable to external invasions of wind and cold. During the recovery phase known as the "postpartum month" (or "month of confinement"), the muscles and pores close, trapping the wind and cold inside, which makes postpartum wind difficult to treat. The main symptoms include joint pain, numbness, heaviness, fatigue, and aversion to cold. Additionally, some women may experience bloating in the lower abdomen. Sometimes, the eyes may appear as if they are tearing up, causing discomfort. One of the most prominent symptoms of postpartum rheumatic disease is bloating, gas, and mild lower abdominal pain. These symptoms often reappear eight weeks after childbirth. If these symptoms are detected, immediate treatment should be sought. The earlier the treatment begins, the better the outcome. If a woman catches a cold during the postpartum period, she may experience headaches, dizziness, or chills. Therefore, it is essential to pay attention to preventing colds during the postpartum period to avoid developing chronic health issues.