I gave birth 6 days ago which ended in forceps and episiotomy. My wound is now infected and I have a gaping hole which frightens the life out of me. It's probably only 2cm long and 1cm deep but it looks so awful.
Anyway I've done all the things you are meant to do - got antibiotics, strong painkillers, bathing for 5 mins x2 a day in tea tree and lavender and airing the wound as much as I can.
I'm desperate to know how long it will take to heal... even if not completely healed will it get to a point soon where I can leave the house and feel a bit normal? Doctor said 6 weeks but I can't stand feeling like this for that long?
I veer between being ok and just getting on with it and being so tearful about it - I went for a VBAC so I could still look after my 20 month old but I just can't at the moment and it's breaking my heart. In fact he barely acknowledges me. I half wish I'd gone for an elcs now...
Thanks in advance!
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Episiotomy infected and gaping - how long to heal?
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starfish12 · 26/06/2015 09:11
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