Complications
Several medical conditions can cause dangerous symptoms after childbirth.
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Severe bleeding after delivery is a medical emergency.
Although some vaginal bleeding is normal after childbirth, very heavy bleeding can indicate postpartum hemorrhage and requires immediate medical attention.
Blood Clots and Pulmonary Embolism
Pregnancy and the postpartum period increase the risk of blood clots.
A clot can sometimes travel to the lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism.
Sudden difficulty breathing, chest pain, coughing, rapid heartbeat, or fainting can be warning signs and require emergency medical attention.
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
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