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If my ob had overlooked a tear to the ias while repairing a partial 4th degree (eas and rectal mucosa only, per delivery notes), i would be experiencing significant symptoms @ 12 weeks pp, correct?

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Dr. Donald Collins answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not always: Sometimes these will heal even if not repaired. However if you're noticing problems with stool leakage or emptying bowels, see your doctor.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Most likely: a tear to the IAS would be a very big tear.

Answered 6/23/2014

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A member asked:

If my ob had overlooked a tear to the ias while repairing a partial 4th degree (eas and rectal mucosa only, per delivery notes), i would be experiencing significant symptoms @ 12 weeks pp, correct?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Donald Collins answered

Dr Minich agreed

Dr. Dale Kristle answered

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