Taking care of your perineum
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20th October 2016What is an injured perineum?The perineum is the area of skin between the vagina and back passage (anus). Some women give birth without injury to the perineum. However, some may need episiotomy and some may have tears. Episiotomies can extend as well. Tears can be classified into first, second, third and fourth degrees. First and second degree tears are injuries …
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