Definitions
Postpartum hemorrhage
Overview
Postpartum hemorrhage is excessive bleeding after childbirth. Causes include loss of tone in the uterine muscles, the placenta growing too deeply into the uterine wall, tears, or a bleeding disorder.
Symptoms
Postpartum hemorrhage causes blood loss. You might produce less urine, feel light-headed or have low blood pressure or a high pulse rate.
Treatments
Treatments can include uterine massage, medication, blood transfusion, abdominal surgery, or hysterectomy.