Whether to remove the stitches after episiotomy mainly depends on whether the absorbable or non-absorbable suture is chosen. During childbirth, due to the large size of the fetus, in order to allow the fetus to pass through the vagina smoothly for normal delivery, some may need to use episiotomy, so the wound needs to be sutured later to stop bleeding and reduce inflammation. If an absorbable suture is chosen, there is no need to remove the stitches. Nowadays, episiotomy sutures are usually divided into absorbable and non-absorbable. Beforehand, you can communicate with the doctor to see which one you want to choose. Currently, the perineal lateral incision will generally choose the sheep intestine suture, which is the absorbable suture, and does not require stitches to be removed. However, if you find that you have not absorbed the suture and there are silk threads in the vagina, you should promptly seek medical attention to remove them to avoid infection.
Principles of postpartum episiotomy care: Episiotomy is a common phenomenon, and attention should also be paid to post-operative nursing. Keep the wound clean and dry, gently wipe the perineal area after bathing or using the toilet, and clean and disinfect the wound twice daily with medication. This can promote rapid healing and avoid infection. Postpartum recovery taboos: The body is in a recovery stage after childbirth, and sexual activity should be avoided within at least 8 weeks after childbirth, as it can easily lead to perineal injury or induce infection, which can have a significant impact on women.
