What should I do if I can't defecate every time I go to the toilet since having a cesarean section?

Patient's question:

Since the cesarean section, every time I go to the toilet, I can't poop, and there's a lot of blood every time. Before and during pregnancy, I had to go every day, very on schedule, sometimes even twice a day. I don't know why it turned into constipation after giving birth, and every time there's a lot of blood.

Doctor's answer:

This is generally considered to be caused by hemorrhoids or anal fissures. Dry stools can easily lead to the recurrence of hemorrhoids and anal fissures, resulting in pain during bowel movements and skin breakdown. It is recommended that you eat more fruits and vegetables and avoid spicy and irritating foods. If you experience dry stools and difficulty defecating again, you can use a glycerin suppository to relieve constipation. Additionally, you can take warm baths and apply Maxinglong Hemorrhoid Ointment externally. If frequent skin breakdown persists after treatment, you can return to the colorectal surgery department for a follow-up examination, including a digital rectal exam, to confirm the diagnosis and consider surgical intervention.

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