Re: vaginal tears and incontinence

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It depends on many factors. If next baby a lot smaller no problem.

I am >scared to conceive again ( although we are trying) because of the pain
>and long lasting effects of the tears. I think I would like to have a
>c-section on #2 because my friends who had c-sections got better a lot
>quicker than I did. Is asking for a c-section inappropriate,

No but call your OB and make an appointment for a visit to do nothing but discuss this issue. (be prepared to pay for it, your insurance may not and they may not pay for this "Unnecessary cesarean") But it is a good idea to find an OB who will go along with you on this if it is that important to you.

I just >dont want to have long term problems with my rectum. Can anyone answer
>this embarrasing question? THANKS

No way to tell now as to what might or might not happen with the next delivery.

RDB

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