When should I be concerned about leg pain after birth?
However, if notice that you are experiencing persistent heavy bleeding, severe headaches, leg pain, abdominal pain or breast pain, don’t wait until the 6th week of your postpartum to go see your doctor.
Is it normal for your thighs to hurt after birth?
This is called Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP). It could develop during your pregnancy and persist after birth. It’s often described as pain around your pelvic area, and can radiate to your thighs. The pain gets worse when you walk, going upstairs, standing on one leg, or when you try to move your legs apart.
How common is DVT postpartum?
Pregnancy increases your risk of a DVT, with the highest risk being just after you have had your baby. However, venous thrombosis is still uncommon in pregnancy or in the first 6 weeks after birth, occurring in only 1–2 in 1000 women. A DVT can occur at any time during your pregnancy, including the first 3 months.
What are the signs and symptoms of puerperal sepsis?
Puerperal sepsis
- Fever (oral temperature 38.5°C/101.3°F or higher on any occasion).
- Pelvic pain.
- Abnormal vaginal discharge, e.g. presence of pus.
- Abnormal smell/foul odour of discharge.
- Delay in the rate of reduction of the size of the uterus (involution).
What are some postpartum complications?
Be aware of these postpartum complications
- Excessive bleeding (hemorrhage).
- Infection and sepsis.
- Stroke.
- Cardiomyopathy and heart disease.
- Pulmonary embolism.
- Depression and anxiety.
- Complications related to substance use disorder.
Why do my legs hurt postpartum?
Pain, swelling, redness, warmth or tenderness in your legs, especially in your calves. You may have deep vein thrombosis (also called DVT). This happens when a blood clot forms deep in the body, usually in the lower leg or thigh.
Why do my bones hurt postpartum?
The physical demands of pregnancy and labor may lead to postpartum joint pain. A person may feel pain in the finger joints, hips, or knees. The pain might occur with other symptoms and disrupt daily living. In some cases, the pain may be due to arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome.