afterpains

/ ˈɑːftəˌpeɪnz /

plural noun

1. cramplike pains caused by contraction of the uterus after childbirth

Example Sentences

The afterpains come on 3 or 4 hours later and expel the membranes, which should never be left longer than 24 hours.

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Fluid extract, ten to thirty drops three times daily; for afterpains give half as much about every three hours.

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Spread some of this upon a linen cloth, and apply it to the veins of the back of her that is troubled with afterpains, and it will give her speedy ease.

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Internally, used for.—Nervousness, sleeplessness, hysteria, in afterpains, to prevent chordee.

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