How long does postpartum lochia last

Patient's question:

I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? How long does lochia last after childbirth?

Doctor's answer:

In your case, it may be postpartum lochia profuse, which is often caused by a naturally weak spleen qi or spleen deficiency after pregnancy, unable to control the Chong pulse's blood; or postpartum uterine emptiness with cold invasion, leading to blood not returning to its proper path. You can use Shenghua Granules for treatment, which is quite effective. This may be a sign of threatened miscarriage. If the bleeding is not heavy and the duration is short, it should be fine. Please pay attention and get more rest. If the bleeding is prolonged or heavy, you may take some miscarriage-preventing medication appropriately.

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