Question 1

i have a c-section scar from 20 years ago.  yesterday it felt itchy and when i touched it, there was a little pus and an odor.

Accepted Answer

Infection: Even after 20 years you may have an infection from a small piece of suture.  Best to go see your doctor and get it checked out.

Question 2

i have a pus filled spot above my c section scar (4 weeks postpartum). the area around it has become red and swollen. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No, see doctor: This is not normal. Pus and redness indicate infection. See a doctor as soon as possible. You may need an antibiotic or other treatment to get rid of the infection. Do not delay, infections tend to get worse if not treated.

Question 3

i have a bump on my lower right tummy under my 4 year old c section scar. its swollen sore red and looks bruised? i want to see a dr but his only in tomorrow and im hurting inside aswell. i have a picture. have the same under arms?

Accepted Answer

Skin issues : This may be seen by a telemedicine doctorr

Question 4

vaginal lump not a hair bump no pus just a lump underneath skin just below c-section no odor no discharge?

Accepted Answer

Could be a keloid: Could be a fibrotic scar left over from surgery, a keloid.

Question 5

it's been 12yrs. why is c-section scar so sensitive?

Accepted Answer

Scar: The C-section scar is located in a sensitive area and can remain sensitive over time for several reasons, pulling onto the fascia, excess scar tissue, skin folds, nerve dysfunction. If massage and local injections of anesthetics don't help, you may want to consider a scar revision.

Question 6

how long does it take for c-section scar with dissolvable stitches to heal?

Accepted Answer

Six weeks: Most dissolvable sutures will dissolve around 6 weeks, by which time your own body's scar tissue will have formed enough that you do not have to worry about tearing which is why you are usually advised not to do heavy lifting for 6 weeks post-op.  However, the healing continues for months after as the body remodels scar tissue and softens/fades the scar.  It can take 1-2 years.

Question 7

i had a c section almost 9 years ago. i woke up last night choking and had a horrible coughing fit and know it hurts where my c section scar is. ??

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: May be related to the C-section in the old scars. You can discuss with your physician

Question 8

i have a small mass in the c-section scar tissue. five years after the c-section there is a ripping tearing pain the area. i experience the pain with excecise. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

? Endometriosis: See your gynecologist for an exam but this far out it may be endometriosis and can be cut out.

Question 9

is my c section scar wrong?

Accepted Answer

Unable to assess: Its not possible to assess your scar without an exam.  Are you having any problems with the scar such as pain, redness, keloid formation, discharge, etc?   Best wishes!

Question 10

why would a 30 year old c-section scar itch?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon: Sometimes, women feel an incision will "itch" after a c-section.  As long as there aren't any signs of redness or swelling around the incision, it usually just means that the incision is healing.  In your case, it is uncommon for it to itch so many years after surgery.  Speak to your physician and have it examined.

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Pus bump on c section scar

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I have a c-section scar from 20 years ago. yesterday it felt itchy and when i touched it, there was a little pus and an odor.

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I have a pus filled spot above my c section scar (4 weeks postpartum). the area around it has become red and swollen. is this normal?

A member asked:

I have a bump on my lower right tummy under my 4 year old c section scar. its swollen sore red and looks bruised? i want to see a dr but his only in tomorrow and im hurting inside aswell. i have a picture. have the same under arms?

A member asked:

Vaginal lump not a hair bump no pus just a lump underneath skin just below c-section no odor no discharge?

A member asked:

It's been 12yrs. why is c-section scar so sensitive?

A member asked:

How long does it take for c-section scar with dissolvable stitches to heal?

A member asked:

I had a c section almost 9 years ago. i woke up last night choking and had a horrible coughing fit and know it hurts where my c section scar is. ??

A member asked:

I have a small mass in the c-section scar tissue. five years after the c-section there is a ripping tearing pain the area. i experience the pain with excecise. what should i do?

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Is my c section scar wrong?

A member asked:

Why would a 30 year old c-section scar itch?

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