afterpains

/ (ˈɑːftəˌpeɪnz) /

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pl n

cramplike pains caused by contraction of the uterus after childbirth

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Medical definitions for afterpains

afterpains

[ ăf′tər-pānz′ ]

pl.n.

Cramps or pains following childbirth, caused by contractions of the uterus.