Postpartum anemia is a relatively common symptom, because mothers will have heavy bleeding during childbirth, and lochia will also be accompanied by blood outflow after delivery, so it is relatively normal for mothers to have anemia after delivery. of. Diet therapy is generally recommended for postpartum anemia, but can you take medicine for postpartum anemia?

Can you take medicine for postpartum anemia?

Postpartum anemia is more common due to iron deficiency anemia. The demand for iron increases, nausea and vomiting may occur after pregnancy, iron intake decreases, and there is a certain amount of blood loss during delivery, so postpartum anemia and iron deficiency anemia are more likely. Therefore, iron supplements need to be given. Generally, oral iron supplements are sufficient. They are safe, effective, and do not affect breastfeeding. You need to pay attention to eating more foods high in iron, such as liver, lean meat, egg yolks, kelp, and seaweed. Fungus, spinach, etc.

There is no prenatal anemia, but simple postpartum anemia is mostly anemia caused by excessive blood loss during childbirth or caesarean section. Anemia also has degrees. First, we need to look at the hemoglobin content. If the anemia is moderate to severe, red blood cells can be transfused to improve the anemia. If the anemia is not too severe, the first step is to reduce the lochia and reduce the occurrence of bleeding. Then, mothers should be given adequate nutrition and eat more lean meats, fruits, and vegetables, which can all supplement iron. In addition, if the treatment is active, she can also be given oral iron supplements, such as ferrous sulfate, 4 tablets, three times a day, plus vitamin C, 1 tablet, three times a day, and iron supplementation for treatment.

When should you eat ginseng after delivery?

For mothers who have just given birth, it is not advisable to take ginseng immediately after delivery. Because the blood vessels of the mother's internal and external genitals have been damaged, they need a certain amount of time to repair. Taking ginseng at this time will not be conducive to the recovery of the damaged blood vessels, and may cause symptoms of non-stop bleeding and postpartum hemorrhage.

How long after delivery can I eat ginseng? For healthy new mothers, about three weeks after delivery, the wounds have healed and the lochia has been eliminated. Then you can take some ginseng at this time, which can nourish the body and enhance the body’s immunity. force. Note: It is advisable to take 5 grams of ginseng each time, with an interval of 3-7 days. It is not advisable to take it continuously within several days.

Disadvantages of eating ginseng during confinement

1. Insomnia. Ginseng contains ginsenosides, which can produce stimulant effects. If ginseng is taken immediately after delivery, the mother will suffer from insomnia, irritability, and restlessness, which will affect the new mother's rest and physical recovery.

2. Bleeding. Ginseng has the effects of anti-fatigue, replenishing blood and promoting blood circulation. After a mother consumes ginseng, blood circulation in the body accelerates, which can cause postpartum bleeding.

2. Return milk. Ginseng and ginseng must be able to inhibit milk secretion and have the effect of restoring milk. Breastfeeding mothers should not eat it. Note: Ginseng, hawthorn, leeks, and malt are all ingredients that restore milk production. Postpartum mothers should not eat them during the lactation period.

3. Aggravate the condition. If mothers with high blood pressure or pregnancy-induced hypertension cannot eat ginseng, this will aggravate the condition of high blood pressure. In addition, new mothers with hyperlipidemia and arteriosclerosis may experience weight gain, slow reaction, and top-heavy symptoms after taking ginseng. Therefore, mothers of the above groups should not take ginseng.