Undiagnosed Childbirth Tear and How to Claim Compensation for the Impact
An undiagnosed severe perineal tear can cause havoc in a woman's life. Speak to a legal specialist about the possibility of claiming compensation.
Severe birth tears
Vaginal childbirth tears affecting the perineum and the muscles around the anus affect a significant number of women giving birth this way. It is not acceptable that these shocking injuries are sometimes missed by the very people who should have been trained to examine for them and to recognise and diagnose them. The distressing and debilitating symptoms which can develop when a severe birth tear remains undiagnosed can justify a claim for compensation which can help a new mother to cope with the difficulties which she may be facing and to deal with the distress which she may be feeling.
Severe perineal tears can cause a significant amount of both physical and psychological trauma. The practical impact is often only a small part of the effect felt by the new mother. Having to cope daily with the practical requirements of incontinence of both wind and faeces can be extremely distressing.
It can leave a woman struggling to leave the home, struggling to socialise and support her baby through important developmental phases as well as often causing significant problems with feeling comfortable within a working environment.
Many women who are suffering the symptoms of a 3rd or 4th degree tear, where it has not been repaired, find that they can no longer continue with their previous job. This could be in hospitality, education, policing, retail or healthcare where the new mother's symptoms can cause significant problems.
The additional psychological burden of this situation and mourning the loss of a career can only add to the impact of unnecessary medical negligence.
Medical negligence in perineal care
If a woman has given birth to her baby through the vagina, it is necessary for her to undergo a thorough perineal examination including a digital rectal examination.
Without this, any damage to the anal muscles will not be diagnosed.
If an examination is carried out, it is essential that any damage to these crucial muscles is diagnosed correctly ensuring that a comprehensive surgical repair takes place.
A failure of diagnosis may be regarded as negligent and may justify a claim for compensation.
If an injury is identified, an effective repair is necessary.
Specialist legal advice
If you are suffering distressing bowel symptoms of wind and /or faecal incontinence or leakage following the birth of your baby, it may be that you have an undiagnosed tear.
Speak to a legal specialist to consider the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
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