Does it hurt to have sex after a cesarean section?

Patient's question:

I am very scared when this happens. I often have lower abdominal pain and don't know how to solve it, so I came here to consult. Is it painful to have sex after a cesarean section?

Doctor's answer:

Women who give birth normally need about 42 days for the uterus to return to its normal size postpartum. The endometrium takes around 56 days to fully heal. The vaginal mucosa, however, must wait until ovarian function returns to normal, which is after menstruation, to fully recover. Therefore, sexual activity must be strictly avoided within the first 56 days postpartum.
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