{"id":23638,"date":"2024-09-19T09:46:43","date_gmt":"2024-09-19T09:46:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swn.af\/en\/?p=23638"},"modified":"2024-09-19T11:38:27","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T11:38:27","slug":"women-in-kabul-favor-cesarean-births-for-convenience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swn.af\/en\/2024\/09\/women-in-kabul-favor-cesarean-births-for-convenience\/","title":{"rendered":"Women in Kabul favor cesarean births for convenience"},"content":{"rendered":"

KABUL (SW) – Healthcare professionals in Kabul report a significant increase in cesarean births this year compared to previous years.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some women express a preference for this method of delivery, citing various reasons for their choice. They claim this method is less burdensome than natural childbirth.<\/p>\n

Nasima, who has undergone a cesarean section, shared her experience with Salam Watandar, saying that natural birth can be more painful for mothers.<\/p>\n

“I, unfortunately, don’t have experience with natural childbirth as I had to undergo a cesarean. Due to the fact that I don’t succeed in giving birth naturally, and this may not be a good for me; But I like natural birth a lot,” she said.<\/p>\n

Narges, who is about to experience her second cesarean, described it as a significant challenge. “This is my second surgery, and I’ve faced many difficulties, from post-operative pain to a long recovery period. Every time I give birth, I must have a cesarean, and I feel like I\u2019m facing a huge challenge. The doctors told me I can no longer have natural births,” she explained.<\/p>\n

Likewise, Ferishta, who had her first child through cesarean, finds this method more manageable.<\/p>\n

“After having my first child via cesarean, I realized that it was much easier for me. I haven’t experienced the pain of natural childbirth. For me, cesarean is a more suitable option due to its comfort and the lack of severe pain,” she noted, adding that she plans to choose this method for future births as well.<\/p>\n

Latifa Zahed, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology based in Kabul, confirmed the rising rates of cesarean deliveries.<\/p>\n

She said, “The numbers of cesarean sections have significantly increased compared to previous years. A few years ago, we had about 5 to 7 cesareans a month; now we perform 40 to 50 each month,” she said.<\/p>\n

Fahima Sekandari, another obstetrics specialist from Kabul, mentioned that while some women are compelled to choose cesarean deliveries due to medical necessity, others opt for them based on personal preference.<\/p>\n

“Approximately 15% of our patients are candidates for cesareans each month. Some women request cesareans voluntarily, while others have no choice,” she confirmed.<\/p>\n

Despite the doctors asserts on increasing trend of caesarean births, the Ministry of Public Health has not published any statistics or provided clear responses on the matter.<\/p>\n

The World Health Organization (WHO), however, has previously warned that cesarean deliveries without medical justification are rising, particularly among affluent segments of society.<\/p>\n

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