A randomized comparative study on rectal versus oral Diclofenac for perineal pain relief following episiotomy repair in a tertiary hospital

Perineal pain following episiotomy repair is a common complaint after vaginal delivery. It usually results from incision site inflammation, tissue oedema and spasms of the perineal muscles. It may be severe, especially in the immediate postpartum period requiring the use of analgesics. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug commonly used in pain relief as it controls inflammation and inhibits chemical mediators of pain. The aim is to determine the effectiveness rectal versus oral Diclofenac in the management of pain following episiotomy repair.