Does one have to stay hungry if they don't pass gas after a cesarean section?

Generally speaking, cesarean section refers to a surgical delivery procedure. Whether a mother should remain unfed due to lack of postoperative flatulence after cesarean section mainly depends on her specific condition. If the mother has no obvious discomfort, she can usually gradually resume eating. However, if she experiences any symptoms of discomfort, food intake should be carefully managed. Should any discomfort occur, medical attention should be sought promptly and symptomatic treatment should be conducted under the guidance of a qualified physician. The detailed analysis is as follows:

If the mother does not experience significant discomfort after cesarean section, such as severe vomiting or abdominal distension, she may begin eating appropriately. At this time, easily digestible, low-gas-producing foods such as porridge or rice soup are recommended to avoid increasing gastrointestinal burden.

If the mother develops symptoms such as severe vomiting or abdominal bloating after cesarean section, this may indicate poor recovery of intestinal function. In such cases, eating should not be resumed arbitrarily, as it may worsen the burden on the intestines. She should follow the doctor’s instructions, temporarily refrain from oral intake, and receive intravenous nutritional support until intestinal function recovers and the doctor confirms it is safe to resume eating.

The mother should focus on adequate rest and recovery after surgery, maintain a positive mindset and healthy eating habits to promote a faster recovery.