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I recently had a c section. its been a week or so and i have a pain on my left side close to the incision. should i be worried?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Pain: Have it checked out. You may have an infected incision.

Answered 11/17/2013

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A member asked:

I recently had a c section. its been a week or so and i have a pain on my left side close to the incision. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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