This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Puerperium lasts for: March 2013 
Select and explain. 
A. 4 weeks, B. 5 weeks, C. 6 weeks, D. 7 weeks
C: 6 weeks
Answer: C: 6 weeks 
Explanation: Ans. C i.e. 6 weeks Puerperium Puerperium lasts for: 6 weeks after delivery Uterus becomes a pelvic organ after: 2 weeks of delivery Involution of uterus is complete by: 6 weeks MC cause of puerperial infection: Streptococcus MC route of spread of puerperial infection: Direct spread