Patient's question:
Please ask: I have had a cesarean section for 43 days, and my lochia has almost finished in 26 days. However, about 13 days later, there was bleeding again, but the amount was not much, and the color was different from lochia. It was a bit like the feeling of having a menstrual period. It has been 5 days now, and the amount is still not much. Is this menstruation or abnormal? How should I handle it? Does ovulation occur during breastfeeding?Doctor's answer:
Generally, postpartum lochia tends to last within 50 days, and after half a month postpartum, the bleeding usually decreases gradually, possibly resulting in irregular vaginal bleeding. As for menstruation, it is related to whether breastfeeding is being performed. Most breastfeeding women rarely have their periods within six months, while those who are artificially fed will typically resume regular ovulation and menstruation after the uterus has recovered.