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Millions of women face lasting health problems after childbirth

Survey data shows high rates of pain, incontinence and mental health issues among post‑natal women.

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  1. 0:01A new survey shows tens of
  2. 0:03millions of women still suffer long‑term
  3. 0:05issues after giving birth
  4. 0:08The study estimates roughly 40 million
  5. 0:11women worldwide live with ongoing complications
  6. 0:15Pain during intercourse affects 35 percent while
  7. 0:1832 percent report persistent lower‑back pain
  8. 0:23Between eight and 31 percent suffer urinary
  9. 0:25incontinence and 19 percent face fecal incontinence
  10. 0:30Anxiety is reported by 9 to
  11. 0:3224 percent and depression by 11 to
  12. 0:3517 percent of post‑natal women
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