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C section scar not healing

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Littlepea7 · 14/01/2023 23:09

I had a planned c section 6 weeks ago and developed an infection at week 4 in the middle of the scar. I also had part of the stitch stick out like a hoop shape where infection was. I had a 7 day course of antibiotics which seemed to have cleared it or so I thought…

The stitch that stuck out came out today and I noticed the previous infected area started to look a bit red again. I am feeling really down as thought it would have healed by now.

Have attached picture. Does it look like the scar is opening up?

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RGinaPhalange · 15/01/2023 12:56

Hi OP, I’d maybe ring your doctors surgery a call and get them to have a look and keep an eye on it.

My C-section scar opened up after an infection. The Nurse at my surgery told me it’s quite common. It eventually healed but it was scary at the time

Hannerr · 12/09/2023 11:59

Hi, not sure if you still use this thread (or will see this message) but how long did it take to heal 100%? I’m 4 months post partrum on Thursday and I have been infected since 1 week after baby was born. I had an emergency c section (my second sections. Had no problems with the first) I have had 4 rounds of antibiotics and a lot of crying lol. I’m honestly at my wits end with it and just looking to other mums for answers!

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