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Does having a c-sec cause you to have painful periods? 7wks pp and i am also breastfeeding is 7wks to early to get my period? also 2nd wk on birth con

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Dr. Michelle Jones singer answered

Specializes in Gynecology

No: A Cesarean section does not cause you to have painful periods. Your uterus is getting smaller and back to its normal size so you fell it as it contracts to the normal size. Seven weeks is not to early to have a period. Especially since you are on birth control pills

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Answered 9/11/2014

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A member asked:

Does having a c-sec cause you to have painful periods? 7wks pp and i am also breastfeeding is 7wks to early to get my period? also 2nd wk on birth con

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michelle Jones singer answered

Dr Yauch agreed

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