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Had a csection 5 wks ago i feel a pulling sensation in my lower abdomen is that normal?

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Dr. Warren Everett answered

Yes: As the uterus contracts down to its usual size the round ligaments are pulling to get it smaller

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 8/26/2014

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A member asked:

Had a csection 5 wks ago i feel a pulling sensation in my lower abdomen is that normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Warren Everett answered

Dr Raff agreed

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