5 weeks since C Section - suddenly scar sore and are above is puffy

[AnonyHB]

Hi all,

As it says in the title really - had planned section (first section, first pregnancy/birth) 5 weeks ago and seemed to be healing well and stomach had pretty much returned to normal and was flat-ish but with skin a bit looser than normal. Anyway, over last 5 days or so the scar has started to hurt a bit/feel sore and the area above - the 'shelf' which was there but barely noticeable previously has now become quite puffy, particularly on one side which is also the side that is more sore. Any ideas? No signs of infection at all and feel well in myself although a bit tired/drained.

Do you think you may have unintentionally overdone things recently?

I made the mistake of hoovering about 4 weeks after my section and it set me back for days.

Yes @Pinkflipflop85 I think I did at the weekend - took the dog and baby out for a 45 minute walk both Saturday and Sunday Involving a small hill and it’s felt sore and become inflamed/puffy since then. I’ve rested the last few days and just done gentle 10 minute walks but not seen any improvement yet end it’s the puffiness that’s bothering me more than anything. Did you get that too? Did it go down?

@AnonyHB how did you get on in the end? I have the exact same and it’s agony

It went down eventually and is now barely visible but it really hurting suggest get in touch with GP or midwife xx

Thanks for letting me know :). I wore an ice pack today and it helped a bit so will continue with that and if no improvement contact my GP

Hi @Ljhunt

I’m having this too! Suddenly today the skin above my scar is swollen and tender. It was healing really well before.

Yesterday I went shopping so am wondering if I overdid it. I’m 5 weeks pp. xx