Postpartum bleeding after 24 hours of delivery is known as:

Correct option is B

· Primary PPH: Primary PPH occurs within 24 hours of delivery, typically due to uterine atony, bleeding disorders, or placental issues.
· Secondary PPH: Secondary PPH occurs 24 hours to 12 weeks after delivery, often caused by retained placental tissue, infection, or uterine issues.
· Third stage hemorrhage: Third stage hemorrhage occurs during the third stage of labor, specifically before the placenta is delivered. It is not related to bleeding occurring after 24 hours.
· True postpartum hemorrhage: This is not a standard medical term; therefore, it does not accurately describe postpartum bleeding. The correct term is either primary or secondary PPH.
· Symptoms of PPH include dizziness, fainting, vaginal bleeding, blurred vision, and in severe cases, death.
· Causes of PPH include loss of uterine tone, bleeding disorders, and trauma during delivery.
· Treatment includes uterine massage, blood transfusion, and medications like Misoprostol and Methylergonovine to control bleeding.
· Medical procedures for managing PPH include uterine compression (massaging to shrink the uterus), dilation and curettage (surgical removal of uterine lining), and the use of balloon tamponade (inflating a balloon to stop the bleeding).
Additional Information:
· Postpartum Psychosis is a severe mental illness affecting women shortly after childbirth, often triggered by a history of Bipolar Affective Disorder (BPAD) or family history.
· Postpartum Depression involves a complex mix of physical, emotional, and behavioral changes after childbirth.
· Other postpartum complications include cardiovascular disorders, infections, sepsis, pre-existing illnesses, PPH, and cardiomyopathy.