C-section Delivery Risks: Cases of C-section delivery are increasing rapidly in India. Why do doctors insist on it, and what harm can it cause to the mother and child?

C- section Delivery Research: Earlier, most deliveries were normal, but in today 's times, child birth through C- section i.e. surgery has become very common . Sometimes this situation is a compulsion of the doctor , but sometimes women are advised to have a C- section delivery even without any need .

In fact , now the cases of C- section in India have increased from 8 percent to 21 percent . Which is a matter of great concern . According to Dr. Supriya Puranik , this may increase even more in the future. Now the question is why do doctors insist so much on C- section and what harm can it cause to both the mother and the child? Let's know .

Why do doctors insist on C- section ?

C- section delivery is often done when the life of the mother or the child is in danger, such as low heartbeat of the child, entangled umbilical cord, child in upside down position or the woman suffering from any serious disease . However , many times hospitals and doctors also recommend C- section due to business mindset , because it is more expensive and time saving than normal delivery .

Disadvantages of C- section for women

• Longer recovery time: After a C- section, the woman needs longer rest and care than after a normal delivery .
• Risk of infection : Due to surgery, the risk of infection and bleeding in the stitches increases.
• Effect on next pregnancy : Repeated C- sections can weaken the uterus, making future pregnancies risky .
• Mental stress: Many women feel depressed or tired after a C- section , which can affect the bonding between mother and child.

Disadvantages of C- section for the baby

• Breathing problems: During normal delivery , the baby learns to breathe naturally , whereas babies born through C- section may have difficulty breathing in the initial days.
• Weak immunity : Many studies suggest that the immunity of C- section babies may be weaker than that of babies born through normal delivery .
• Decreased bonding : After a C- section , the mother and baby do not get immediate skin-to-skin contact , which can affect initial bonding .

Is C- section always wrong?

It is important to understand that C- section is not always harmful. In many cases it may be necessary to save the life of the mother and the child. The problem arises when it is done without any medical need, just for convenience or financial reasons.