Question 1

can a c-section incision open up after 3months? never had any infections just started walking / running and i see it pink sometimes & stings but dry

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: A significant amount of healing occurs within 3 months after a C-section. As long as there were no complications after surgery and you had an otherwise normal recovery, you should be ok. The stinging and pink coloration can occur for several more months. If you continue to have concerns, have your doctor evaluate to make sure everything is still ok.

Question 2

i'm almost 6wks pp from a c-section & above the incision is red and swollen but not painful. feels tender like a bruise. is it an infection?

Accepted Answer

Couldn't say: This is definitely something you should see your ob/gyn doctor for, he/she can tell wether an infection is present or if it is part of the healing process. If not happy with their answer, or keeps getting worse, seek a plastic surgeon.

Question 3

my sister got infection on her incision site after c-section amd dr prescribed her augmentin. is it contagious to her child or husband or others?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Wound (surgical) infections are localized germs. They do not get into the saliva or mucous where a cough or touching something could spread them to others.

Question 4

my c-section incision was infected, and i was told there is now a yeast infection can that cause my baby to be spitting up a lot and very gassy?

Accepted Answer

No: Your C-section and yeast infection came after your baby passed through the birth canal.  His/her symptoms are probably normal but you should take him/her to the pediatrician.

Question 5

i am breastfeeding; my c-section incision is infected and has a yeast infection, could this be what is causing my baby to spit up and be extra gassy?

Accepted Answer

I'm so sorry. It's: Great that you're continuing to breastfeed. If the yeast is on your nipples &/or in baby's mouth, please talk to your pediatrician & OB for treatment for both of you. It can be hard to get rid of. Also, call the birth hospital's nursery for the name of a lactation consultant who can help you. Gas & spitting up may not be related, but it seems both of you are uncomfortable. You're a trooper!

Question 6

my csection incision smells but no redness,infection or opening and its been a month but my tummy lays over the scar which is low what's the reason?

Accepted Answer

Air: If your abdomen lies over your c-section incision, the area can't get air and stays warm and moist leading to the growth of skin bacteria. It may not cause an infection in the scar because the skin has healed enough that they don't get in but the anaerobic bacteria that grow in places that are warm, moist and low on oxygen tend to stink.

Question 7

is it normal for your c-section incision to weep?

Accepted Answer

Yes no: A small clear crust is expected. Clean wound 2-4 times a day to remove dried up crust (a potential nidus for infection). If drain is pus (thick or creamy ) or redness around scar is expanding and with pain, then is not normal.

Question 8

is it normal for a c-section incision to bleed?

Accepted Answer

Yes/no: Its normal to have a small amount of bleeding in the first 24 hours.  After this, the skin seals over and there shouldn't be any bleeding.  If you have a bloody discharge from the incision, you need to see your surgeon to make sure there is no infection or seroma present.  Best wishes!

Question 9

bad weather make c-section incision hurt?

Accepted Answer

No : Weather has nothing to do with incision pain ,you may have incision pain regardless from surgery itself

Question 10

how do u no if ur c-section incision is infected?

Accepted Answer

redness, oozing: Some irritation is normal. But if your incision is leaking more than a little yellow or bloody fluid, or is red and swollen, you should get it checked to be sure you don't have an infection.

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C section incision infection

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Can a c-section incision open up after 3months? never had any infections just started walking / running and i see it pink sometimes & stings but dry

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I'm almost 6wks pp from a c-section & above the incision is red and swollen but not painful. feels tender like a bruise. is it an infection?

A member asked:

My sister got infection on her incision site after c-section amd dr prescribed her augmentin. is it contagious to her child or husband or others?

A member asked:

My c-section incision was infected, and i was told there is now a yeast infection can that cause my baby to be spitting up a lot and very gassy?

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I am breastfeeding; my c-section incision is infected and has a yeast infection, could this be what is causing my baby to spit up and be extra gassy?

A member asked:

My csection incision smells but no redness,infection or opening and its been a month but my tummy lays over the scar which is low what's the reason?

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Is it normal for your c-section incision to weep?

A member asked:

Is it normal for a c-section incision to bleed?

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Bad weather make c-section incision hurt?

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How do u no if ur c-section incision is infected?

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