If you are losing wind or faeces through your vagina, it could be that you have suffered a perineal tear during birth which was not diagnosed and repaired. Loss of wind and faeces through the … [Read more...]
Immediate Repair of 4th Degree Tears
A 4th degree tear must be diagnosed and repaired immediately after the birth. A failure to do so will amount to a substandard level of care. Repairing perineal injuries If a perineal injury is … [Read more...]
Why Was My Tear Left Unrepaired?
If your third or fourth degree tear was left unrepaired, you will understandably want to know why you were not given the treatment you needed, and whether there is anything you can do about … [Read more...]