<p>In some countries, episiotomies are still common practice. In Taiwan, the rate is nearly 100 percent. Thankfully here in the US the numbers are way down, but some doctors still use this procedure. If you're looking for an OBGYN, ask them how often they perform episiotomies. </p>

In some countries, episiotomies are still common practice. In Taiwan, the rate is nearly 100 percent. Thankfully here in the US the numbers are way down, but some doctors still use this procedure. If you're looking for an OBGYN, ask them how often they perform episiotomies.

<p>In some countries, episiotomies are still common practice. In Taiwan, the rate is nearly 100 percent. Thankfully here in the US the numbers are way down, but some doctors still use this procedure. If you're looking for an OBGYN, ask them how often they perform episiotomies.&nbsp;</p>

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