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Tag: Postpartum recovery

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Do you get morphine after a C-section? Understanding Your Pain Management Options

5 min read
With over 1.2 million C-sections performed annually in the United States, effective pain management is a key concern for new mothers. Many patients wonder, "Do you get morphine after a C-section?" The answer is often yes, but it is typically administered as a single, long-acting dose near the spine during the surgery, rather than as repeated injections after.

How do you go to the bathroom after getting an epidural?: Medication and Management

4 min read
Studies indicate that the use of epidural analgesia can delay the return of bladder sensation for several hours post-delivery, affecting how you go to the bathroom after getting an epidural. The medication, while effective for pain management, can temporarily interfere with the nerves that signal the bladder, making it difficult or impossible to urinate on your own. This necessitates different methods for bladder emptying until full sensation returns, which is a key part of postpartum care.