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I just had my baby 9 days ago after a c section. recently, the left abdomen is swollen and painful. did i pull an internal stitch?
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Maybe: Maybe, but you really need to have your C/section surgeon doing the evaluation rather than this forum.
Answered 2/29/2016
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See Ob: May have incisional hernia or deep infection/ Both of which needs immediate medical attention
Answered 11/28/2017
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