some one keeps going on and on about this ans is freaking me out.am 3 months pregnant and i wanna ask u guys b4 i ask my doc.thanks ladies!
2007-02-02 07:46:55 · 19 answers · asked by sexy 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
This is called an episiotomy. If you do not want your doctor to do this it is your right to tell them so. You need to talk to your doctor about this as soon as possbile because if you whole heartedly do not want to be cut there and your doctor prefers the episiotomy method you need to change doctors. Studies have been done that prove that is is a lot better to tear "down there" than to be cut. The wound heals faster. The reason doctors favor episiotomies is because they are easier for them to stitch up. Most doctors will respect your wishes in this reguard though.
2007-02-02 08:42:30 · answer #1 · answered by autumnofserenity@sbcglobal.net 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The cut you refer to is called an episiotomy. Some doctors do choose to perform an episiotomy before the vaginal delivery of a baby. During contractions, you are given a local anesthetic shot to numb the area then the doctor makes an incision from the edge of your vaginal opening towards your anal opening. Sometimes it is to prevent tearing of the area. An episiotomy is not always done, though. Some doctors prefer to deal with any tearing if it happens. After a vaginal delivery you are generally quite sore in the entire vaginal area regardless if you have an episiotomy or not. In the hospital they will provide you with ice packs to reduce the swelling and may give you sitz baths to ease the pain and swelling as well. You will likely be uncomfortable for several weeks, but with proper cleaning and care, everything heals and is generally pretty normal about your 6 week check-up.
2007-02-02 08:00:09 · answer #2 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes what is known as an episiotomy is done if you start to tear when the baby is coming out. They cut you just a little so that you don't tear all crooked and whatever. That is the best way that I can explain it. You won't feel it at all, you probably won't even notice. The doc will give you a few stitches that will dissolve on their own in a few weeks. You will heal up back to normal. No big deal. Don't worry about it. They do say that it helps to take your finger and stretch out the area starting a few weeks before you are do to make the opening bigger and maybe avoid tearing. But like I said, it is very common and not a big deal. Don't worry.:)
2007-02-02 07:53:26 · answer #3 · answered by snowangel_az 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes. It's called an episiotomy. They cut a little between the vagina and anus to create a bigger opening for the baby. Also, lots of women rip. My sister had a baby about 2 weeks ago...her delivery happened so fast her body didn't have enough time to stretch and she literally ripped from hole to hole (vagina to anus)...the DR had to put his finger in to sew a new anal sphincter! I'm not trying to scare you but unfortunately this is something that can happen in labor...I think it's better to be prepared for what could happen rather than be completely blindsided and surprised by the things that happened. but there are also times when a woman does not rip. Hopefully you will have a wonderful delivery!
Another thing that commonly happens during delivery is the woman will actually poop on the birthing table because she's pushing so hard. But don't worry, the nurses take care of it very quickly! They also think it's a good sign because it means your pushing correctly.
All in all labor is no fun but stay calm because something wonderful will come out of it...your baby!
Good luck!
2007-02-02 07:58:58 · answer #4 · answered by LittleRoo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that is true. Some mothers are cut a little bit to give a baby more space to come out. There is nothing wrong with it, it doesn't happen always, but it is a very common procedure though. It is better to be cut a little, then tear yourself. Cut edges are easier to saw back together and heal much faster. Torn flash is difficult to heal. Don't worry about this. If there will be a need to cut you a little bit, believe me, you won't even know about that unless the doctor will tell you) Relax and enjoy your pregnancy!
2007-02-02 07:54:06 · answer #5 · answered by Amber 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What you are talking about is an episiotomy.
This is a procedure SOMETIMES done in the delivery room.
It is sometimes seen as an alternative to tearing which happens naturally. The idea is that with an episiotomy, the delivering doctor can control where you tear.
I had this done when I delivered my son when his BP dropped suddenly as he was crowning. They just wanted to get him out (cord around his neck) and it totally worked.
Trust me, when the time comes, you will not feel a thing and will have many many other things on your mind.
2007-02-02 07:52:39 · answer #6 · answered by babypocket2005 4 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Yes it can happen. It all depends on your baby and you DR. I was not cut though my son ripped me (sorry did not mean to scare you there.) to tell you the truth though I did not feel a thing when it came to that. I would nto worry about it to much becuase you so cought up in the moment that will not even notice. I hope this help you and did not scare any worst.
2007-02-02 07:53:47 · answer #7 · answered by folkner6 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would talk to your doctor about it. Some doctors don't do this anymore and let the woman tear naturally because they say it heals better. By the time you are in labour and having your baby I don't think it will be freaking you out as much.
2007-02-02 08:38:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes its called an episiotomy. The cut the skin between the anus and vagina to make the opening bigger for the baby to come out.
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