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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Postpartum blues | |||
| synonyms = Baby blues | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]], [[Obstetrics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Mood swings]], [[anxiety]], [[sadness]], [[irritability]], [[crying spells]], [[insomnia]] | |||
| onset = Within a few days after [[childbirth]] | |||
| duration = A few days to two weeks | |||
| causes = [[Hormonal changes]], [[sleep deprivation]], [[stress]] | |||
| risks = [[History of depression]], [[stressful life events]], lack of [[social support]] | |||
| differential = [[Postpartum depression]], [[postpartum psychosis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Supportive care]], [[counseling]] | |||
| frequency = Affects up to 80% of new mothers | |||
}} | |||
'''Postpartum blues''' also known as '''baby blues''' is a common, short-term mood disorder that follows childbirth. It is characterized by mild depressive symptoms, anxiety, mood swings, and crying spells. | '''Postpartum blues''' also known as '''baby blues''' is a common, short-term mood disorder that follows childbirth. It is characterized by mild depressive symptoms, anxiety, mood swings, and crying spells. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of postpartum blues typically start within the first two to three days after delivery, and may last for up to two weeks. They may include: | The symptoms of postpartum blues typically start within the first two to three days after delivery, and may last for up to two weeks. They may include: | ||
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* Appetite problems | * Appetite problems | ||
* Trouble sleeping | * Trouble sleeping | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of postpartum blues is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the dramatic hormonal changes that occur after childbirth. These changes may include a rapid drop in levels of [[estrogen]] and [[progesterone]], which can affect mood. Other factors that may contribute to postpartum blues include: | The exact cause of postpartum blues is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the dramatic hormonal changes that occur after childbirth. These changes may include a rapid drop in levels of [[estrogen]] and [[progesterone]], which can affect mood. Other factors that may contribute to postpartum blues include: | ||
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* Anxiety about caring for a newborn | * Anxiety about caring for a newborn | ||
* Changes in work and home routines | * Changes in work and home routines | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Postpartum blues usually resolve on their own within a few days to a week or two without any treatment. However, if symptoms persist or worsen, it may be a sign of a more serious condition called [[postpartum depression]], which requires medical treatment. | Postpartum blues usually resolve on their own within a few days to a week or two without any treatment. However, if symptoms persist or worsen, it may be a sign of a more serious condition called [[postpartum depression]], which requires medical treatment. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Postpartum depression]] | * [[Postpartum depression]] | ||
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* [[Estrogen]] | * [[Estrogen]] | ||
* [[Progesterone]] | * [[Progesterone]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
Latest revision as of 02:10, 4 April 2025
| Postpartum blues | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Baby blues |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Mood swings, anxiety, sadness, irritability, crying spells, insomnia |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Within a few days after childbirth |
| Duration | A few days to two weeks |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, stress |
| Risks | History of depression, stressful life events, lack of social support |
| Diagnosis | N/A |
| Differential diagnosis | Postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Supportive care, counseling |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Affects up to 80% of new mothers |
| Deaths | N/A |
Postpartum blues also known as baby blues is a common, short-term mood disorder that follows childbirth. It is characterized by mild depressive symptoms, anxiety, mood swings, and crying spells.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of postpartum blues typically start within the first two to three days after delivery, and may last for up to two weeks. They may include:
- Mood swings
- Anxiety
- Sadness
- Irritability
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Crying
- Reduced concentration
- Appetite problems
- Trouble sleeping
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of postpartum blues is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the dramatic hormonal changes that occur after childbirth. These changes may include a rapid drop in levels of estrogen and progesterone, which can affect mood. Other factors that may contribute to postpartum blues include:
- Sleep deprivation
- Physical discomfort after childbirth
- Anxiety about caring for a newborn
- Changes in work and home routines
Treatment[edit]
Postpartum blues usually resolve on their own within a few days to a week or two without any treatment. However, if symptoms persist or worsen, it may be a sign of a more serious condition called postpartum depression, which requires medical treatment.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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