Normal post operative bleeding lasts from several days to several weeks after surgery. After the first couple of days the bleeding turns into spotting, usually dark red but sometimes bright red. Then in most instances, the bleeding stops for good. Sometimes there may be a burst of bleeding at about 2-3 weeks if there was a collection of blood clot in the pelvis from right after the surgery. And occasionally at about 2 - 8 weeks after surgery, there may be some bright red vaginal spotting due to suture dissolving.
Everyone has heard the advice, Drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day.. That's about 1.9 liters, which isn't that different from the Institute of Medicine recommendations. Although the 8 by 8 rule isn't supported by hard evidence, it remains popular because it's easy to remember.
Now the Institute of Medicine sets general guidelines for total water intake. It recommends that women consume a total of 91 ounces (thatâs about 2.7 liters) per day â from all food and beverages combined. For men, itâs about 125 ounces a day (or 3.7 liters). Depending on your diet, about 25% of the water you consume comes from your food. Most of us healthy folks get enough water in the foods and liquids we consume. That includes any liquid we drink â even caffeinated beverages like soda, coffee and tea.