What should I do to stop bleeding when encountering a bleeding situation?
Aug 14, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
In general, the appropriate method for controlling bleeding depends on the specific site of hemorrhage. In cases of uterine bleeding, dilation and curettage (D&C) is recommended to stop the bleeding. Patients should abstain from sexual intercourse and tub baths for two weeks after the procedure. Antibiotics such as amoxicillin tablets or penicillin V potassium tablets should be taken orally under a doctor's guidance to prevent infection. A light diet and adequate rest are also advised.
In general, how to stop bleeding depends on the specific site of bleeding. In cases of uterine bleeding, curettage is recommended for hemostasis. The specific procedure is as follows:
1. After the patient empties the bladder, place her in the lithotomy position and administer local anesthesia.
2. Routinely disinfect the external genitalia, vagina, and cervix, then drape with sterile surgical drapes.
3. Use a speculum to expose the cervix, grasp the anterior lip of the cervix with a cervical clamp, and use a sound to determine the position and depth of the uterine cavity.
4. Following the direction of the uterine cavity determined by sounding, insert a small curette to the fundus of the uterus and scrape downward along the uterine wall. Place the scraped tissue onto sterile gauze and observe whether bleeding continues.
5. At the end of the procedure, remove the cervical clamp and speculum.
The patient should avoid sexual intercourse and tub baths for 2 weeks after the procedure. Under a doctor's guidance, oral antibiotics such as amoxicillin tablets or penicillin V potassium tablets may be taken to prevent infection. A light diet is recommended, and the patient should rest adequately, avoiding strenuous exercise and heavy physical labor. It is advised to seek treatment at a正规 medical institution under the care of qualified healthcare professionals.
