How can you tell when blood stasis has been completely cleared?
Nov 15, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
The complete removal of stagnant blood can be determined by cessation of bleeding, normal secretions, disappearance of abdominal pain, stable vital signs, and normal results on relevant examinations. The clearance of stagnant blood in different situations should be assessed according to specific circumstances. If heavy bleeding, severe abdominal pain, or fever occurs during the process of removing stagnant blood, prompt medical attention is recommended, whether it is postpartum lochia, trauma-related bleeding, or bleeding associated with gynecological conditions.
Stagnant blood is considered completely expelled when bleeding stops, secretions return to normal, abdominal pain disappears, vital signs stabilize, and relevant examinations show no abnormalities. The process of expelling stagnant blood varies by context and should be assessed according to specific circumstances. If heavy bleeding, severe abdominal pain, or fever occurs during the expulsion process, prompt medical attention is recommended.
1. Cessation of bleeding: Whether postpartum lochia, trauma-related bleeding, or bleeding associated with gynecological conditions, the key sign of complete removal of stagnant blood is the complete cessation of bleeding, with no persistent or intermittent bleeding.
2. Normalization of secretions: The color of discharged secretions gradually changes from dark red or brown to light pink, and finally returns to normal vaginal discharge—clear, odorless, and without abnormal thickness or pus-like characteristics.
3. Disappearance of abdominal pain: Dull, distending, or stabbing pains caused by stagnant blood are completely relieved. There is no tenderness in the abdomen, and physical activity does not worsen pain due to retained blood stasis.
4. Stable vital signs: Absence of symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, or pallor indicative of anemia; normal body temperature without fever caused by infection related to stagnant blood; gradual recovery of energy and mental well-being.
5. Normal results on relevant examinations: Imaging tests such as ultrasound show no fluid-filled dark areas or residual tissue in the uterine cavity, pelvis, or injured site, with normal blood flow signals, indicating that the stagnant blood has been fully absorbed or expelled.
To promote the effective expulsion of stagnant blood, it is important to ensure adequate rest and avoid overexertion; consume warm-natured foods and avoid raw, cold, or cooling items; engage in moderate, gentle exercise to enhance circulation of qi and blood; and maintain emotional well-being to support normal metabolic function.
