Nursing of Postpartum Infection
Release time : 04/24/2025 09:30:02
For every family that has a baby, everyone is immersed in joy. While everyone focuses on the baby, it is also important to pay attention to the mothers who have just given birth. Postpartum complications and inflammation are serious injuries that can affect many women's health. In particular, puerperal infection is a disease that causes death among women. It is an important cause of concern.
Therefore, postpartum infection care has become the top priority after giving birth.
Caring for postpartum infection is not only able to protect the health of mothers from many inflammation diseases but also can effectively protect the life safety of mothers.
How should we care for a woman who has had a puerperal infection? Firstly, family members must ensure that the mother of the baby receives adequate balanced nutrition and sufficient rest. Sleeping and resting should be done in a semi-recumbent position to facilitate uterine discharge and prevent inflammation from spreading.
2. Coordinate with the mothers to ensure cleanliness and hygiene of the perineal and vaginal areas to prevent the occurrence of vaginitis and other inflammatory conditions. Regularly disinfect items such as basins, bathtubs, and towels used by the mothers, listen to their complaints to keep them in a happy mood, and avoid depression. Psychological comfort is also very important.
3. Continuously monitor the temperature of the parturient every day, and promptly seek medical attention at the hospital if high fever or pain is detected. Follow the doctor's treatment plan to actively and correctly treat the condition.
What is a puerperal infection? It is well known that pregnancy is the happiest event for every woman. From joyfully learning of pregnancy to hard work during the ten-month pregnancy, and finally to the hardships of childbirth, this long process truly brings both joy and concern to mothers. With the birth of their baby, some mothers encounter various problems during the puerperium, among which puerperal infection is a matter of great concern for many women. So, what exactly is a puerperial infection? Today, let's delve into its specific definition.
Perineal infection is the result of the invasion of pathogenic factors during the puerperium period following childbirth, leading to inflammation. Reports indicate that the incidence rate of perineal infection is not low, ranging from 1% to 7.2%, and has become a significant cause of death among women.
Infections during the postpartum period include infections in the vulva, vagina, and cervix. These infections typically present as mild symptoms and are relatively easy to treat.
Slightly more severe conditions include infections of the pelvic tissue and peritoneum, which could potentially endanger life.
Additionally, puerperal infection can also affect our urinary system, upper respiratory system, and mastitis, causing infections and inducing inflammation.
What causes mastitis? Any inflammation that leads to infection is not coincidental. If, within ten days after giving birth, you feel unwell and have a fever of over 38 degrees Celsius four or five times a day, then it's possible that you have developed mastitis, commonly known as "the maternity illness." What causes mastitis? There are two specific points.
Under normal conditions, there are many beneficial bacteria in women's vagina and uterus. However, due to the tearing and bleeding during childbirth, our resistance decreases. Consequently, many pathogenic microorganisms can enter into our blood through the damaged wounds in the reproductive tract, leading to infections.
Women who have given birth also need to pay attention to their body temperature and maintain good health, as a cold can lead to common colds, tonsillitis, and upper respiratory infections. These bacteria then invade the reproductive tract through the blood circulation, causing postpartum infection.
Additionally, prior to giving birth, multiple induced abortions have been performed. The instruments used in these procedures may have damaged the vaginal canal. Additionally, neglecting proper hygiene of the perineum can also lead to postpartum infection.
Symptoms of postpartum infection vary depending on the severity and progression of the condition, leading to different symptoms in patients. Just like any disease, there is a spectrum of severity and urgency. What we can do is identify issues, whether they are mild or severe, and promptly seek medical attention at the hospital for observation and treatment. So, what are the specific symptoms of postpartum infection? Let me explain today.
Firstly, patients with mild postpartum infection will find the infection in the perineum, vagina and cervix. The affected areas may feel very painful, accompanied by purulent discharge and redness.
Secondly, in patients with moderate infections, the bacteria that treat the disease will invade our uterus through the wound surface where the placenta is peeled off after giving birth, causing endometritis and inflammation of the underlying uterine muscles.
Finally, if puerperal infection has progressed to a severe stage, then a large number of bacteria will spread into our bodies, causing acute salpingitis, peritonitis, and perineal connective tissue inflammation, and even leading to sepsis, posing a threat to our life.
What should be done about postpartum infection? If one has a postpartum infection, it is somewhat serious compared to other gynecological diseases. Therefore, women should pay sufficient attention after giving birth.
Actually, prevention of postpartum infection is more effective than subsequent treatment. So what should we do if we have a postpartum infection? Let's take a look at the precautions to be aware of.
1. The opening of a second child has caused many mothers to become elderly mothers. The most serious problem faced by elderly mothers is high blood pressure during pregnancy. Therefore, after it is confirmed that they are pregnant, blood pressure must be measured and controlled frequently, including all pregnant women. Pay attention to the strengthening of nutrition before giving birth to a baby, and always pay attention to whether there is anemia.
2. During labor, it is important to take regular and moderate breaks, avoid overexertion, which can reduce the amount of bleeding and tearing. Additionally, all instruments used for childbirth should undergo strict sterilization.
3. After giving birth, it's crucial to pay special attention to cleanliness and hygiene of the perineal area, get up and move around sooner so that lochia can be expelled early, ensure adequate nutrition intake to strengthen our body's resistance.
One thing you absolutely must remember is that there are no exceptions to the rule of abstaining from sexual activity.
The medical information provided in this text is for reference only.
If you feel discomfort, it is advised to seek medical attention immediately for a definitive diagnosis and treatment at an in-person clinic.