6 symptoms of postpartum deficiency

Most women experience postpartum deficiency, but there are no specific 6 symptoms. From a TCM perspective, postpartum female deficiency refers to Qi and blood deficiency, commonly associated with night sweats, fatigue, mild headaches, etc. It can also be accompanied by vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, etc. If the bleeding is heavy, there can also be pale complexion and low milk supply. In addition, postpartum discomfort and fatigue from caring for the newborn may also lead to poor sleep quality and insomnia. From the Western medical point of view, women with poor health and low immunity after delivery are susceptible to bacterial or viral invasion, which may lead to puerperal infections. In case of puerperal infection, fever, local or generalized pain, and abnormal malodour may occur. As the infection continues to spread and develop, it may also lead to endometritis, pelvic inflammatory disease, peritonitis, sepsis, and other conditions. In addition to physical weakness, postpartum women are also more sensitive mentally, and some of them may develop depression in the puerperium, which seriously affects family relationships, parent-child harmony and quality of life. Therefore, it is recommended that pregnant women replenish the nutrition needed by their bodies in time after delivery, enhance their physical strength and get enough sleep as much as possible. Family members need to provide a comfortable sleeping environment for the mother and also communicate actively with her to adjust her emotions and psychology in order to protect her physical and mental health.