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Does scar tissue that develops after csec soften with time.had one 4mnths ago.some points feel restricted when tummy pulled in.ultrasound normal.

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Dr. Joseph Mele answered

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Often it does: I may take a year for your c-section scar to completely mature. If it continues to remain tight after a year, a scar revision can be considered. Hernias are rare with c-sections, but persistent symptoms should be followed up more frequently.

Answered 9/29/2016

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