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Its been 11 wks since csection and bowels still hurt. bms are normal, not painful, but a lot of discomfort in area between belly button and scar. ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Follow up visit: It is not clear what is meant by your bowels hurting. At 11 weeks postop typically the surgical recovery is complete. See your obgyn for a detailed history and physical exam to help narrow down the possible causes and find a solution

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

Answered 7/27/2016

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A member asked:

Its been 11 wks since csection and bowels still hurt. bms are normal, not painful, but a lot of discomfort in area between belly button and scar. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

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