Patient's question:
10 days after a cesarean section, I've been feeling like the food I eat isn't digesting well, and I don't have much appetite. My tongue is quite thick. I want to know what the situation is with indigestion after a cesarean section?Doctor's answer:
Ten days after a cesarean section, I've been feeling like the food I eat isn't digesting well and I have no appetite, with thick tongue coating. I went to the hospital's Traditional Chinese Medicine department for consultation, and the doctor suggested adjusting my diet or seeking TCM treatment for my spleen and stomach.After the mother starts passing gas, the diet can transition from liquid to semi-liquid, focusing on nutrient-rich and easily digestible foods. Options include egg soup, congee, and noodles. Then, based on the mother's constitution, the diet should gradually return to normal.
During this stage, it's crucial not to rush into drinking greasy postpartum nourishing soups, such as chicken soup or meat soup. The condition after a cesarean section is serious, so it's recommended that the patient seek immediate treatment and follow the doctor's advice for symptomatic care.
At the same time, proper self-care and dietary management should be emphasized to avoid worsening the condition.