Perineal tears are a natural consequence of childbirth. A 3rd degree tear is a type of perineal tear. Tears during childbirth If you give birth by way of vaginal delivery, you run the risk of … [Read more...]
3rd and 4th Degree Tears
Third and fourth degree tears are types of perineal injury that can be sustained by a woman while giving birth. Perineal tears Not all women will experience a perineal tear while giving birth. Of … [Read more...]
Repairing Perineal Tears
The type of repair required for a perineal tear will depend upon the injury that has been sustained. First and second degree tears First and second degree tears are more minor injuries. A first … [Read more...]
Complications From Tearing Post-Delivery
Perineal tears can lead to complications post-delivery. These will be exacerbated if the injury was not initially diagnosed by medical practitioners. Perineal tear complications Perineal tears are a … [Read more...]