I Asked OB-GYNs About Postpartum "Stink" And More Unexpected Post-Birth Symptoms
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"This may be resolved by rinsing with a saltwater solution after urination. Most women delivering also have a urinary catheter, which is a rubber or plastic tube used to empty the bladder, especially when a woman receives epidural or spinal anesthesia," Dr. Marchand told BuzzFeed.
"All of these tend to irritate the urethra, so some irritation can be normal. However, if the irritation lasts more than a few days, or if you have other symptoms of a urinary tract infection, let your doctor know because having had a urinary catheter is a big risk factor for a UTI," he added.
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