Postpartum Bleeding & Itching After C-Section: Potential Causes & What to Do

Possible causes of extended bleeding and itching after a C-section:

- Retained placenta fragments: Sometimes, small pieces of the placenta can remain inside the uterus after delivery, which can lead to prolonged bleeding.

- Endometritis: This is an infection of the lining of the uterus. It can cause fever, chills, abdominal pain, and abnormal vaginal discharge.

- Uterine subinvolution: This is a condition in which the uterus does not shrink back to its normal size after delivery.

- Cervical ectropion: This is a condition in which the tissue inside the cervix grows outward, which can cause irritation and bleeding.

- Allergic reaction to sutures: The sutures used to close the C-section incision can sometimes cause an allergic reaction, which can lead to itching.