Are Multiple C Sections Safe?

Ask pregnant women what make them more tensed and worried, the majority may answer that it is the anxiety about delivery. Most women prefer normal delivery and are ready to do anything for making the process normal. But, this may not happen always. The chance of a C-section is always there. Sometimes, the birth will occur earlier than the date predicted, sometimes later. All deliveries where the woman gives birth without outside help are considered normal delivery. But how many C-sections are safe? Boldsky shares answer to this question in this article.

In some cases, women are unable to give birth normally or there might be health conditions restricting them from delivering the baby normally. In others, the life of the baby or the mother might be at risk and the doctor might suggest a forced delivery. In most of these cases, a cesarean or C-section is done.

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A C-section is one in which anaesthesia is given to the pregnant woman and later the baby is operated out of the womb. In effect, a C section is a surgery. There are many confusions and doubts surrounding a C-section. Many women wonder about the health repercussions multiple C-sections will have on the mother.

Here we may discuss how many C-sections are safe to be had without complications.

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Heavy bleeding: One of the main problems with multiple C-sections is the risk of heavy bleeding leading to the need of blood transfusion and placenta problems for future pregnancies. This is a problem that increases with each C-section.

Scar tissue: In all multiple C-sections, a cut is made in your womb to take out the baby. This will lead to scar tissue and forming of adhesions inside the body leading to restricted movement of internal organs.

Damage to uterine wall:
During a C-section, an incision is made on the uterine wall in order to bring out the baby. If you have multiple C-sections, each time the uterine wall is weakened, further leading to complications in future pregnancy.

Placenta trouble: When we try to learn how many C-sections are safe, we should consider the problems that might occur with the placenta. There are chances for placenta to implant too deeply to the uterus or it covers the opening of the cervix.

Bladder injuries: Bladder injuries must be taken into consideration in how many C-sections are safe. If you have had multiple C-sections, your doctor will find it difficult in avoiding scar tissue and might accidentally cut the bladder.

Infections: Every C-section has its own complications, no matter how many C-sections are safe to be had. As such, every C-section runs a risk of infections and if you have had multiple C-sections, this risk gets increased every time.

The safe number: As a general rule, women are advised on having three C-sections as to how many C sections are safe to be had. It is possible to have a vaginal birth even after a C-section. So, always consult your doctor on this.

Story first published: Friday, April 18, 2014, 12:56 [IST]
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