What reason is a fever in confinement?

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Many mothers have their first child. They may feel uncomfortable during confinement. When they are in confinement, they are the most vulnerable. The wound did not heal, and its own resistance is poor. If the care is not appropriate, it is easy to leave sequelae.

What reason is a fever in confinement?

Mastitis is a common postpartum disease. Most acute mastitis may occur 2-6 weeks after delivery. It causes fever and chills; There will be local redness, swelling, heat, pain, and induration in the breast. It feels painful to touch. If treated with penicillin in time, the inflammation will subside quickly; The symptoms of fever will also disappear.

If it's a natural birth wound, it will heal in a week or so. If the wound is inflamed, use anti-inflammatory ointment on the pudenda. If there is pain in the wound, you can use some painkillers and ice. If the wound infection is more serious, the symptoms of redness, swelling, pain and even purulence will appear, and antibiotics will be taken, and even purulent tissue drainage will be required.

The new mother in the confinement is often very strict, for fear of "being affected by the wind". Especially in summer, the heat in the body of the puerpera can not be released, showing the skin and the whole body flushed, high heat, no sweat, dry skin, and even rash. In a hot environment, open the window for ventilation, and use a wet towel to bathe the puerpera. Summer heatstroke degree of maternal light, body temperature will soon drop, and feel very comfortable. If the symptoms are serious, they need to be sent to the hospital in time.

matters needing attention

Fever is usually caused by acute infection, which needs active anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic treatment. Aspirin, ibuprofen and other drugs can be used for antipyretic treatment.