Diseases

Subinvolution (During Postpartum)

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Subinvolution is a medical condition in which after childbirth, the uterus does not return to its normal size.

SYMPTOMS

Abnormal lochial discharge either excessive or prolonged.
Irregular or at times excessive uterine bleeding.
Irregular cramp like pain is cases of retained products or rise of temperature in sepsis.

CAUSES

Subinvolution of the placental site as an anatomic cause of postpartum uterine bleeding: a review. Context: subinvolution of the placental site is an anatomic cause of delayed postpartum uterine bleeding that may be underrecognized by general surgical pathologists.