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I recently gave birth and i tore my labia majora. what can i do about the healing process and what can i cleanse myself with to ease the discomfort?
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Clean: Keep the area clean. If it is recent, i.E less than 2 to 3 days, sitz baths help reduce the swelling.
Answered 5/2/2013
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