Menstruation usually occurs about 6 to 10 weeks after a cesarean section when not breastfeeding, while breastfeeding prolongs the return of menstruation, or it may remain absent for the duration of breastfeeding.
Cesarean section is a surgical termination of pregnancy by a specialized physician, and clear indications for surgery, such as cephalopelvic disproportion and fetal distress, must be present. The timing of the return of menstruation after surgery is usually influenced by breastfeeding. Usually women who do not breastfeed will resume menstruation about 6 to 10 weeks after the operation, while those who breastfeed will delay the return of menstruation, or may not have menstruation all the time while breastfeeding, with obvious individual differences.
After cesarean section, it is necessary to pay attention to proper rest and increase diet and nutrition, which can promote the recovery of the body. Appropriate activities out of bed can be beneficial to the prevention of thrombophilia, and also prohibit pelvic bathing and sexual intercourse for 6 weeks. However, since the ovaries may resume ovulation before the return of menstruation, attention should be paid to the use of contraception after resumption of sexual life after surgery to avoid unwanted pregnancy.