Vaginal delivery after 4th degree tear

Samantha

Has anyone had a vaginal delivery after 4th degree tears with previous birth?

Consultant says I should have c section as if I try naturally it could leave me incontinent (in the bowels)

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Don't want a c section but don't want to cause damage either sigh

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Sh

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I've been an L&D nurse for 6 years and I've never seen an CS indicated by previous vaginal trauma. 

Sa

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Thanks ladies, I think I'll just have to suck it up and have a c section. I shouldn't be such a scaredy pants but I'm petrified!

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I'd get a second opinion

Je

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My mom had a 4th degree tear with her second and was able to have an unmedicated vaginal birth with her 3rd. Hasn't had any problems. It's possible, but depends on your scar tissue and how you healed. If a vaginal birth is important to you, I would ask for a second opinion. 

Ja

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I think you should trust your doctor, I mean no one wants to poop on themselves if it can all be prevented

Sh

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It's really hard to re-repair the scars from a 4th degree and yes, extensive damage leads to bowel troubles. It's best to proceed with a scheduled c-section if your doctors has concerns.