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Vaginal tears in childbirth
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1st-degree vaginal tears
2nd-degree vaginal tears
3rd-degree vaginal tears
4th-degree vaginal tears
Easing discomfort
When to contact your health care team
1st-degree vaginal tears
2nd-degree vaginal tears
3rd-degree vaginal tears
4th-degree vaginal tears
Easing discomfort
When to contact your health care team
2nd-degree vaginal tears
Second-degree tears involve skin and muscle in the area between the vaginal opening and the rectum. These tears may go deeper into the vagina. Second-degree tears typically require stitches. That often can be done in the delivery room. Healing usually takes about 3 to 4 weeks.
