Postpartum illness

A mental or emotional state of some women who have recently given birth that is characterized by a hormonal upheaval that results in postpartum depression that may cause bizarre behavior. The behavior may be identified as psychotic with hallucinations and violent urges. This stage is called postpartum psychosis. The mother may injure the baby or even kill it. Treatment when administered in time is usually successful and consists of antipsychotic drugs and hormonal therapy.


 


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