Vaginal Laceration
Overview
Causes
Deep tears may happen during vaginal delivery when:
- The baby's head is too large to fit through the vaginal opening
- Labor is very rapid
- Delivery is done using instruments
Minor tears may also happen during sex or from an injury to the crotch.
SymptomsandDiagnosis
Treatments
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