Most women feel relief from any pain caused by a vaginal tear in about two weeks. If your tear required stitches, they will dissolve within six weeks. You will not need to go back to your healthcare provider | s office to have your stitches removed or receive any additional treatment for the tear. Keep an eye out for any signs of an infection while your tear heals. These can include:
A foul-smelling discharge.
A fever.
Pain that doesn | t go away even with medication.
Some women experience pain with sex after having a tear. If you feel any pain or discomfort after your tear, talk to your healthcare provider.
Most vaginal tears heal with no long-term complications. First-degree tears may heal on their own without needing stitches. Vaginal tears should heal within 4–6 weeks.
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