Binat is a local Filipino term which directly translates to “relapse.” It occurs when someone is recovering from illness but gets sick again shortly after or even during the recovery period. It usually comes as one or a combination of symptoms: headache, body pain, fever, etc.
Binat may mean postpartum complications
One of the most common symptoms that is referred to as binat is postpartum hemorrhage. “During pregnancy, bumababa talaga yung pula ng dugo niya. So baseline anemic ka na kapag pregnant ka,” Dr. Domingo explained. “After you deliver at nag-lose ka pa ng blood more than the expected, lalo kang magiging anemic, manghihina ka, mamumutla,” she added.
How to prevent binat
Doula Ros stressed that the best course of action is to prevent these complications. How? Moms who have just given birth should really take the time to rest. Let others do the chores and focus on breastfeeding and taking care of your newborn.