Pain from Cesarean?

erbujaki80

Hi All - I am noticing a lot of discomfort in my abdominal area. I chalk it up to a healing cesarean scar...curious if anyone else has dealt with this, and if so, any suggestions on pain management? I am still nursing and would prefer to avoid OTC meds. Thanks!

myopus

Talk to your doctor, especially If you're still nursing.

MB_Positif

Gosh it's been almost 6 years, but I do remember some pain as things were healing, but it's been so long. A call to the doctor wouldn't be a bad idea. They probably won't make you come in, but they may be able to offer something that would help! How fresh is the scar? If the skin is healed I would suggest a heating pad for some relief.

Venice57

I'm 6 months postpartum and still have this, too. The area is numb in several places... just all around strange! Definitely talk to your OB.

lovinmysoldier

How long ago did you have your baby?
Is it constant?
Anything make it worse? better?

CLotfy

How old is your baby? My twins are 20 months old and I felt random c-section pain for a good 8 months or so...just random, whenever twinges. I still have awful, ripping type pain when I work my abs, but when at rest that area is pretty much just numb to the touch. I know that my muscles had major surgery on them and it's going to take awhile for them to be back to them oldself again.

Karmynzahringer

Its been 14 years since my cesarean, but I do still rarely and randomly have pain there, and I still have NO feeling along the scar line. It is purely numb. I can massage it and massage it and still no feeling. I guess that just comes with it.

rebeccaafrica

of course always talk to your doc. but truth is i've had 3 c-sections and there's at times depending on what your doing or wearing the scar can and will brother you. the first 2 months after if the pain was bad I would take 800mg ibuprofen to take the edge off I also nursed. Check with the doc. they can tell you if its norm or not and what to do. It will be ok.

mspottedelk89

I get pain too once in a while,mostly when my time of the month comes around.

Meggles63

Its been 14 years since my cesarean, but I do still rarely and randomly have pain there, and I still have NO feeling along the scar line. It is purely numb. I can massage it and massage it and still no feeling. I guess that just comes with it.

I'm the same way...I've had 4 and it's pretty numb. I occasionally have a burning sensation at the ends of the scar...I was exercising and it may have been adhesions.

cbl40

Comes with the territory. I've had two C sections. My first in 2003, my second in 2007. Still get random pain, and definitely permanent numbness. At first I was totally bummed, but you learn to live with it. It is just something you get used to over time. Your initial pain will ease up....promise. Congrats on the baby!

mmeza007

I would have some stings even 1 and a half year after my daughter was born. Also during your period you may feel some discomfort. Remember that your uterus can take a lot of time healing and scaring, even if you don't see it externally. Also agree, call your doctor if the pain is too much.

amycarol59

I did not exercise for a long time after my c-section but I am 3 yrs and 7 months since and I still have numb areas every where even on my leg but not on my scar its fine. Weird. I wouldn't push myself though. Definitely mention it to your Dr.'s nurse.

marynmarty

My first cesarean I had no problems...With my second one I was up doing a lot more since I had a toddler at home. I remember I was in sever pain one day and found out that I strained my muscle by where they cut (my first one is sideways, my second cut is up and down) and it takes several weeks to heal. I do remember it was extremely painful but it goes away. I hope you get some relief soon!!

pupcamper

Is there any chance you could have an infection??? If you have any doubt go and see your doctor as soon as possible.

It has been 5.5 years since mine and I still get pain from time to time!

MrsRAW712

I was reminded by my mother after my delivery that this was major surgery, although we may not think of it as such. My daughter is 18 months and my scar still feels a little tender and numb (as others have mentioned) to the touch. It will take lots of time for you to feel "normal" again. I think it will just be our regular reminders that we brought sweet little ones into the world!

ImSoPerfectlyFlawed

I did not have pain but I was numb for a while, my doctor said that would be the case for 6-12 months post partum & she was dead on too. I would talk to your doctor for reassurance if nothing else, good luck.

Runthismom

While my scar is in the same place, it's not for the same reasons that you all do...

I have no feeling from my belly button to about 2 inches under the scar. My incision was slightly below the "hair line". My abdomen still looks a little puffy, and the scar is very sensitive to the touch, and it's been 2 years in March since my surgery.

I still get shooting pain in my abdomen randomly, right around the scar. I am assuming it's because of the surgery itself. But after the surgery, I could hardly walk. I was hunched over like a little old lady.

I think it's fairly normal to have some discomfort, but if you have serious pain- call your OB.

mksaffold

It took me two years to fully recover and i can still feel it tingle when the weather is really cold or it's almost that time of month. It will get better, just give it time and be patient and kind to yourself.

CarrieQuiteContrary

I had an emergency c-section and it turned into a uterine inversion + blood transfusion. It was insane. All 3 obgyn's were in there trying to save my life. Sigh.. anyway, this was 5 years ago, and the pain was pretty bad for at least 1 year. I think it still lasted but then I had a miscarriage/d&c not quite a year later.. another year went by and I was pregnant again and had another c-section but honestly it was nothing at all compared to the first time. I was ready to move around, but yea, it was the medication that helped. The first time there wasn't enough medication! When I called for a refill the on-call doctor[not mine] told me I shouldn't be in pain anymore. This was 3 weeks out of being in the hospital.. which I was in the hospital for 7 days. She told me to come in because I shouldn't be in pain. I was in awe. Anyway, I hope you get the help you need! It really sucks, especially when NO ONE believes you! Good luck!

CarrieQuiteContrary

p.s. I am still numb where my scar is. =/

hhcote

My last c-section (of 3) was 11 1/2 yrs ago and I'm still numb on the incision site. And I have to hold the right side if I sneeze or cough while straight...i.e., laying down, standing up...otherwise I have to bend my right leg so there's no pain.

mmstgr

last one was 4 1/2 yrs ago and i still have pain and numbness...

lilchicksta94

I think it's normal... mine hurt for a long time... and my son is 19 months and every now and then I'll get a pulling pain. What I find to be more annoying is my lower back where they gave me my epidural... I can't even do crunches on a hard surface without it killing me :-( Anyone else have that?