Scar Tissue and Cesarean Birth ( C-Section )
Posted by Angela on March 30, 2007
Over my years of private practice I have treated countless women who experience low back pain. Their pain has all been similar by a description of pain in the buttocks, sacrum and along the crest of the hips in the back. A good portion of these women have had children delivered via cesarean (c-section), with resulting prominent scar tissue just above the pubic bone. Through palpation I have found their lower abdominal region armoured, with very little fascial and tissue glide.
Through further assessment I found that by stretching or pulling the scar tissue it will typically refer pain into either one or both hip flexors. The hip flexors or psoas musscles originate at the lumbar vertabrae T12-L5 (your lower back). The insertion point (or other end) of this muscle is at the lessor trochanter of the femur or in your groin. When one hip flexor is hypertonic it will typically cause the lower lumbar spine to laterally flex. As a result pain is manifested, typically either sciatic pain or lower back pain.
Another symptom I have seen with these clients who have had c-sections is that they may have issues with lower digestion such as irritable bowel syndrome or elimination difficulties. Again, the tightening created by the scar tissue pulls within the abdominal cavity and thus affects the organs.
Bottom line, typically the scar tissue that formed after the c-section has tightened and pulled their bodies our of balance and the symptoms of pain in the back really originates in the abdomen. Fortunately there is a solution that works for most women. Myofascial and craniosacral help unwind or release the pulling from the scar tissue in the pelvic floor. The hip flexor(s) can then return to balance or homeostasis. This relaxation of the tight lower abdominal tissue relieves pressure off of the low back, increases leg movement, and typically relieves pain.
– Michael
Patricia Evans said
I had two cesarean sections in 97 and 00. I have what I assume is scar tissue in the incision area (feels lumpy and sensitive along the incision) In the last 3-4 years I have experienced irregular lower back pain and very regular hip pain. The hip pain has so far been “almost” diagnosed as a form of arthritis. I’ve seen a rheumatologist for the last 2 years and she says that I am not a classic or bell curve case – I’m an outlyer because I have no other symptoms, but my hip pain, VERY minor skin irritations and some low level blood results point to arthritis. At any rate, is it possible that we should look further into the scar tissue issue? If so, where (and with whom) do I start?
Angela said
Patrica,
It sounds like you have done the appropriate checking with physicians. If it were me, I would also have soft tissue work done. It sounds like you may have scar tissue and adhesions that may have encroached one of both of your hip flexor muscles (called illiopsoas). These muscles attach in the lower back at your lumbar vertabrae L1 to L5, go through deep in your abdomen and attach in your groin. Because these muscles support your low back, if they are compromised you may have low back and hip pain. Soft tissue work on the illiopsoas may provide you relief.
Where and whom to start depends on where you live. First of all, as with any health care provider find someone that you are comfortable with and that has the qualifications that fit your needs. It’s Ok to ask questions about length of time practicing, training, areas of expertise, etc. I would look for a bodyworker who specializes in structural rehabilitation or myofascial release. Nationally certified bodyworkers have the option of being listed on the NCBTMB site and listing their specialties. You can look up practitioners by city / state/ and zipcode site at http://www.ncbtmb.com/database/query.html
If you are ever in Boise, Michael is absolutely wonderful at this type of work and he would be honored to talk with you.
Good luck Patricia . . . we would love to hear reports back on how you are doing.
Suzie Bishop said
It’s been three months since my cesarean. I have what I can only describe as lower abdominal pain on the left side from time to time. sometimes it comes as a twinge (righting myself quickly if I trip on something). Sometimes it seems to happen for no apparent reason. I also wonder if my period is trying to normalize or could I be hemoraging? for the past two months(ish) I will bleed lightly for a few days and then a week or two later I will bleed again. This does not seem normal. Please give me what advise you can. Thankyou.
Angela said
Suzie,
We recommend that you contact your physician – they should be able to tell you if you need to schedule a visit. While your case is certainly outside of our areas of expertise, it is also fair to say that your symptoms sound outside of our somewhat limited personal experiences.
Blessings to you and your family, and Happy Mother’s Day,
*Angela and Michael
Shelley Marie said
I was looking up c-section and scar tissue, trying to see if I could do something “massage-like” to my recent surgical site, that might avoid scar tissue build up.
I had a c-section 3 weeks ago on May 7th. UNfortunately, my baby was extremely sick and died 24 hours later. I was UP before I was out of the recovery room, in a wheelchair and/or ON MY FEET for nearly 10 hours within that first 24 hour period. Afterwards, I had very little rest and was up quite a bit throughout the following week, due to preparing and attending my baby’s funeral.
I did not get much bedrest the first 2 weeks post-surgery. After the funeral, I spent all day in town between an OB visit and a CT Scan due to severe abdominal pain. Then I took a 3 hour round trip drive to see a hematologist within 2 weeks post-surgery. I have just now begun really laying around to heal from my major abdominal surgery, yet feeling like I should be up and going by now!!!
I have been sort of massaging my incision site the last week or so to help it to go down some, and hopefully to help keep any scar tissue from building up. I don’t know whether I should be doing this and if so, if I’m doing it correctly.
Also, I’ve had some spasm-type pain in my lower back several times. Yesterday was the worse. I had a breakdown. I screamed at the top of my lungs and stomped a foot because I got mad at my daughter, who was being really disrespectful to me. I am a grieving Mommy who needs some understanding and a little love & respect, and I just couldn’t take anymore. I was afraid that I hurt myself by stomping my right foot on the floor and by screaming.
I saw my chiro last Thursday, but he doesn’t seem to know any special techniques to use post-c-section. I don’t think he does any myofascial release, as some of my former chiros down in FL do.
Please tell me what I could do to help in my physical healing process. Thanks for any advice you can give me.
Shelley
Angela said
Shelly Marie,
My deepest condolences. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
I will check with Michael and post more this evening regarding self-massage that may be helpful. In the meantime, I can share that moderate activity is actually very helpful in preventing scar tissue. I would recommend finding a skilled craniosacral therapist – the Milne Institute has a wonderful program and lists qualified therapists on their website. Most important is that you interview the therapist and find one that resonates with you. While this step is always recommended, I think it is especially important when you are in tramautic or extremely stressful situation. Being a grieving Mommy, the nurturing support of a good therapist can really help with the entire healing process.
Blessings to you in your healing process,
*Angela
Michael said
Shelly Marie, My thoughts and prayers are with you! I concur with Angela’s recomendations regarding your scar tissue. I would further add As you get stronger and recieve clearance from your doctor to revieve bodywork, Myofascisal release would help with scar tissue and adhesions. I have a deep keloid scar on my chest and I sometimes rub vitiman E on my scar; it seems to sooth and relieve the tightness. I have found in the years of practice when an individual has surgical work or and injury to the anterior (front) part of the pelvic floor, it many times will refer pain to the lower back. In any case people can find increased range of motion and a decrease of pain symptoms. It is obvious you have been through alot. Be patient and know that your body works very hard every day to achieve homeostasis. If you would like to write back about your recovery process please feel free.
Live Well,
Michael
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Stacie said
I had my second c-section 13 months ago. They were actually 10 years apart. After my first c-section I had a few years of terrible on my lower left side. My Dr. found I had a tiny bit of endometriosis. But it was enough to cause the pain. After my second c-section I developed a blood clot and it was removed leaving my c-section incision open for a few months until it healed. I am all healed and I have sharp piercing pain right where I had the clot. It’s horriable. My Dr. for some reason just sits and talks to me rather than trying to find what the cause is. Could something come from the blood clot that I had. It was pretty big and the opeing wa very deep and wide.
Michelle said
I have had 5 major abdominal operations, my scars are old now, but are getting tighter, pulling more, and are more painful than ever. My time of the month is very painful, and I get pain just beneth my scars. I have multiple scars running all the way from my breast bone to my pubic bone. Now I am also having pain with sexual intercourse, and am not able to orgasm. What can I do for my abdominal pain, and the pain in my scars? Is there any thing that can improve the appearance of my scars? 1 year ago I had inguinal hernias repaired on both sides, and my abdominal pain has bin worse. I am 24, my abdominal laparotomies were done at 14 yaers old, so my vertical abdominal scars are about 10 years old.
Michelle
Angela said
Stacie,
Sorry for the great delay in responding – without seeing you it is difficult to know what is going on. Having said that, it is possible that scar tissue is contributing to the pain. Also, Just my opinion, if I felt my doctor was not helping find solutions I would consider getting a second opinion. If you have a doctors release, myofascial stretching and unwinding may be something to consider. Again, I would definitely get a doctor’s release with your history of a blod clot and would find a therapist that is experienced, nationally certified, and someone that you feel comfortable with.
Angela said
Michelle,
The best thing I can suggest without actually seeing is to consider stretching and myofascial to keep the scar tissue from creating more lesions. I would look for a qualified local therapist in your area.
Regarding appearance – While there are a number of products that claim they can help with older scars, I’m not sure that you get a very significant improvement for the amount of money that you spend, especially on older scars.
Blessings,
*Angela
Jennifer said
I had a c section almost 3 years ago, and early on had noticed that the left side of the scar felt a little hard underneath. For a long time I didn’t think of it at all, figuring it was healing. Just recently I noticed a lump underneath the scar that was more prominent than I ever remember, and was more toward the middle of the scar. I had an ultrasound and was told that the lunp was most likely either a “granuloma” or “possible surgical scar” (which I assume means scar tissue). In any event, I was referred to a surgeon. Is it possible for scar tissue to change or get bigger over a long period of time? Also, we had just made the decision to start trying for a second child when this came up. Should something like this be removed before conceiving?
Michael said
Jennifer,
As always it is my practice to tell clients to consult with their own physician when it comes to questions about their personal health. I too have scar tissue from open heart surgery. My scar has changed appearance over the years becoming thicker in some spots and thinner in others. I can say when I receive work on my scar my range of motion increases and my pain in the area of my scar decreases. I have also worked with many people helping them safely relieve pain and discomfort from scar tissue and adhesions. These people report back that they have experience positive results from the work. Once again check in with your personal physician and ask the same questions you asked me and see what he or she has to say about the path you want to take.
Crystal said
I had a C-section 4 months ago, it opened up and started to drain. I ended up having infection twice, having to use hot compresses and change the bandage 4 times a day. My incision just started to close back over about a month ago. I can still feel some hard spots on it, and am wondering if there is still some hematoma left that should come out. Also, I have been experiencing pains on and off and I have pain in my incision during orgasm. It’s almost like a twinge or a pulling feeling. Is this normal after a C-section?
Michelle said
Crystal, I have the same problem, of getting pain in my scars when I orgasm, and I find it hard to orgasm. My scars also are painful if my partner pushes to hard. See my post above.
Angela, I have not bin able to find a profession massage therapist to massage my scars, so I have bin trying to break up scar tissue by bending, stretching backwards over an exercise ball, while my father works my scars, especially the the sides up and down. I can feel some thing under the scars that feel like it is snapping, but I am not sure if I am doing any good. I do not think that the layers of my abdomen move normally, so they bind.
Michelle
Crystal said
Michelle,
Thanks…it’s nice to know someone else has experienced the same. Does the pain eventually go away? What is it caused from? Thanks again.
Crystal
Michelle said
Crystal, I hope angela can answer your question, about the cause of the pain, and as far as when it goes away, I have had my pain for a long time, and it is getting worse. I think that massage helps with adhesions, and to improve the blood flow to the scar. You should find a therapist to massage you scar, and your lower abdomen.
Michelle
Angela said
Michelle and Crystal,
We are so honored that you are able to connect through this website. Let me see what we are able to address between Michael and I:
Snapping when stretching or massaging scars: In our experience a snapping sensation is often a release of lesions or adhesions. Clients typically report more freedom around the scar area after such an experince.
Pain in abdomenn getting worse or binding: Any time pain increases I have to consider seeing a medical doctor. Myofascial release may be beneficial, especially in reducing the binding feeling. So, if this were us, we would make an appointment with our doctor, and if he or she gave us a release we would continue to explore therapist in our area that are qualified in myofascial release or advanced craniosacral therapy. You mentioned that you haven’t been able to find a therapist that resonates in your area – you can try the AMTA (American Massage Therapists Association) for referrals – also talk to friends or other health practitioners may know therapist that they can recommend – just keep searching.
As far as pain during orgasm: Orgasm involves contracting of muscles. If there is scar tissues, adhesions, or lesions pulling on the muscles involved then it can contribute to pain. Therapy to assist in keeping the scar tissue and adhesions supple may relieve some of hte symptoms. Also, as Michelle recommends – a therapist who can massage, or perform myofascial or advanced craniosacral therapy should be able to help you with your symptoms.
Our blessings to both of you – thank you so much for sharing your experiences and we wish you the best.
Crystal said
Angela & Michael,
Thanks so much for your help and answers. The doctors I have spoken to so far have just said the pain was due to having cut through the muscles, and it would take time to heal.
Do all therapists offer that type of massage? Where would I look for a qualified therapist in Canada? I live in Prince Edward Island.
Thanks again,
Crystal
Crystal said
Sorry, I forgot to ask if it would be too soon to start with these stretches and massage? It’s been 4 months, but as I mentioned earlier, it has only closed over about a month ago.
Crystal
Michelle said
Crystal, you can probably start working on your abominal muscles, just start slow, and easy, and only do what pain allows. If it stets to hurt back a little. I started exercising my abdominal muscles as soon after my operations as I could. I just stayed away from all pain meds so that I would know if I was over doing it. Try it as the exercises, stretching, and massage will help. Also try holding in your abdomen as it strenghtens your muscles.
hope you heal soon, and well, Michelle
sarah said
hi i had a c section 10 months ago and was healing well, had a smear in feb which needed to b repeated however i am pregnant again so have to wait but the other day i was rubbing along my scar and found a hard lump on the left hand side any idea what it could be anything to worry about
Nora said
I’ve had 2 c-sections in the past 3 years. I’ve been having a great deal of sciatic nerve pain, pain in my right hip flexor, lower back pain, etc. I thought these things were a result of aging and too much running. Since the birth of my beautiful children, I’ve noticed that sex is painful. It feels as if my uterus is “stuck” to my abdominal wall. Menstrual cycles produce cramps during the first 2 days that feel like I’ve been run over. My C-scar is hard but hyper-sensitive to touch. However, when I push down on it – it is very painful. It feels like someone is stabbing me from front through my back. I’m an Occupational Therapist so I’m familiar with scar adhesions…but not in this location. Is there anything that I can do at home to help relieve this adhesion.
Vanita said
I pray that someone can get this response. I had a c-section 4 years ago. This past July, July 18th I started having sever abdonial, and back pain. Over the past 3 years I had experienced lower back pain. On July 18th I had the pain, nausea, and overal feeling of sickness like I had never experienced before. On July 21st I had to have emergency surgery due to obstructive bowel. Once the surgeon opened me he discovered it was scar tissue that had wrapped around my small bowel that caused the blockage. He was able to clean out the scar tissue and praise the Lord I am alive today and able to share my story.
Should I be concerned about scar tissue returning again? What can I do the lower my chances? Explain the process of massage again.
This website was a tremendous source of support. AND PLEASE anyone who has had a c-section and have any type abdonial pain or back pain see your doctor ASAP.
Blessings and thank you..
Vanita
I am not computer savy, please also send a response to: lavmp@bellsouth.net
Kirstie said
Hi i had a c section nearly 2 years ago, ince have my baby girl i have suffered with lower back pain, i have a number of scans and xrays but results always come back clear.
I have physio and they say that my pelvis is tilted and they give me excercises to do, but the pain seems to be when i am due on my period!!!
I seem to take tramadol pain killers EVERY day, i would love to try for a nother baby late next year but i am scared of the pain and complications
Jenna said
Hi, I also have had 3 c-sections and have had bad scar tissue build up. The first time I experianced the pain was 6 months after my 2nd c-section. If my husband and I would have sex to deep I would have very bad pain 3 days later that would last up to a week. After about 3 months of trying to deal with the pain I went to my OBGYN and he knew right away that it was scar tissue build up that fused my uterus to other parts of my body. So he did laposcpy and cleaned out all the scar tissue and that fixed the problem for the next 4 years, then the pain started coming back just befor I got pregnant again with my 3rd baby. When I went to the doctor (the pain was very minimul this time) he said that with all the hormones I was relesing my scar tissue would become very strechy and I should not have the pain, and he would fix everything again with my next c-section. (No pain with that pregnancy) Now my baby is 9 months old and the pain is back and it seems to be worse than ever. I am also 8 weeks pregnant – my doctor said that it is the scar tissue problem again. So this build up has been occuring and being cleaned out for the last 6 years (2 clean outs) will it ever stop. (this is my last baby I will be getting my tubes tied after this one) Should I seek out the next step and get my uterus removed? would that stop the tissue build-up? Because this pain is horrible.
Lee Anne said
I am 40 years old and have had four children. The first was natural….piece of cake. The second was an emergency C, she was breach and her heart stopped when they inverted her. The next two were also C-sections, in MY opinion, for the Dr’s own convience (much nicer to schedule it that be called out of bed at an ungodly hour), I fought vigorously, but they refused to allow me to go vbac. All three were spinal blocks (saddle blocks) rather than epidurals. The last was born when I was 38, and I have had lower back issues ever since. Any little tweak; lifting, falling, makes it excrutiating, but it is always there. Heat helps until you take it off, but I try sitting cross-legged on the bed, putting my hands together and lay as far forward as possible. It seems the best way to alleviate the pain for the short term. Is this due to the spinals and what can I do to alleviate it long term?
Paula said
I am 26 weeks pregnant w/ my second baby. I am experiencing extremely painful stretching, pulling and pressure on my abdominal and lower back. After talking to my OB Doctor’s nurse via phone, she had no suggestions so I have a doctor appt on Friday (2 days from today) I am researching to find out why I am in so much pain and discomfort. After reading others comments and educating myself on this, it feels like this is scar tissue. The baby is moving and active so I do not feel like she’s in distress. Can scar tissue effect the baby in any way? What can I do to alleviate the pain for the remainder of my pregnancy – 14 weeks?? Any advice and recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Paula said
I just posted the previous comment and omitted I had a c-section 5 years ago. I am now 35 yrs old. Please respond w/ advice. thanks again!
Tanya said
I had a c-section 9 years ago now, and from after the 1st year I have had severe abdominal pain, especially from around 3-4 days before pms till a few days after pms. I went to the doctor after the pain started and none of them could tell me what was wrong. I could feel a lump forming near my c-section scar but they all said there was nothing wrong with me. Now I have just found out I have a large blood clot that starts at the left side of my c-section and is pretty big. Is there anything that I can do to relieve the pain that I experience? I am not able to have intercourse for long or deep as it causes extreme pain and discomfort. Any idea’s for pain relief would be great. Thanks
Tina said
Hi, i’ve never used one of these sites before so i’m not sure im doing it right or where I look to get my anwser.
I have a c section 10 months ago. For the last 3 months ive had trouble with my bowels either just before or just after my period. I end up with dihorea but it also feels like ive got a blockage up my bum and that the dihorea is escaping around it. For the rest of the month i’m fine.
2 weeks after my c section i was taken back into hospital with constipation and had to have a manual eveacuation but after that and until 3 months ago evreything was fine. Could this be because of scar tissue? should I see my GP or is this one of those things which you just accept after a c section?
Mama D said
I have had 2 C-sections, the first in 2003 and the second in 2005. Since the second, I have had severe back pain on my lower right side and I have some less severe lower abdominal pain (most likely scar tissue). I have had problems with regularity since the surgery, so I continually take fiber supplements and carfully watch my diet. I have scoliosis and when I saw my doctor for the back pain, he assumed it was due to scoliosis and my age, 36. I think I need a second opinion. I exercise pretty regularly, including yoga, and didn’t have problems with my back before the surgery. Can you give me any advise?
Angie said
I have had 2 c-sections .The last one was a little over 3 years ago.I am only 36 but my periods have stopped.The last one was at least 5 months ago.Before that my period had stopped for 3 months and started.Then I had a period a week later.That was the last one I had.On top of it all, my once slightly oily skin has excema(now it is not only on my face and legs but on my scalp}I had a full screen for AIDS and thyroid.All came out negative including pregnancy.Am I perimenopausal?Could this be due to adhesion of my organs? I’ve had my stomach feel like it was knotting up.It even felt like everything was twisting inside. Also body sweats all the time.If you might know what all this means it would greatly help.
cara said
Hi. I’m now 37 years old and I had an emergency c-section in 2000. I healed ok and was the talk of the hospital as I was up on my feet immediately following the ordeal.
Over the years and in particular in the more recent past I began having lower back and severe hip pain. The doctor told me it was just a pulled muscle but I suspected that the hip pain was actually caused either by my past c-section or scar tissue as a result.The doctor ordered rest and motrin which was no cure at all. Therefore, over the years I have just had to live with my hips “going out” every so often.
In 2006 I once again became pregnant and miscarried at around 12 weeks(March). The bleeding lasted for months.Ultrasound uncovered cysts on my overies, one larger one on my right side.I had surgery to remove it(June). The doctor went in through my c-section incision and had to remove my right overy as well as some of the fallopian tube. Stitches were removed and I got a severe infection that resulted in another hospital stay and daily packing of the wound.It took 5-6 months to recover from this surgery.Still, intercourse was painful and my sex drive decreased significantly.
4 months later I became pregnant again( happy miracle!)and this pregnancy has been going along ok.However, I am now at 35 weeks and I have been having sharp pulling pains (low and mostly on the right side) that I only now realized are right along the area of my incision scar.It feels as though I just had a surgery theer again..movement is difficult and coughing, sneezing or any sort of twisting, sitting up motions feel like a pulling stitch pain . Basically the same as when you’re healing from a surgery.
My question, the baby is low and getting his head into position, could he have pulled or ripped at some previous scarring? Also, could the scarring be not only near the incision but deeper or even touching organs since I had the overy there removed?
I expect that after this coming c-section I will have more hip pain and have to live with it.Any advice for healing this time around?
zaya said
i had a C-section 6 months ago and for the last month i been having alot of pain in my pelvic area and sides of my lower back the and nausea as well. i been to the hospital so many times and they havent done anything to help me. my doc said it might be scare tissue but i dont know [please some one tell me what i should do.
K said
I’ve had two C-sections. The first in May 2004, due to failure to progress. The second in July 2007, due to failure to progress as well. Well, now sixth months later, I am experiencing lower back pain around the time of my period, as well as digestive pain toward my right side. My internal medicine doctor, during my physical last week, said he thinks I might have a hernia or a “ball of adhesions” as a result of my C-section. For months – since the second C-section – I’ve experienced digestive pain and general pain and thought that I had heartburn or something totally benign. To find this out – and know I will be subject to another surgery – is really disconcerting. Whether for convenience or medical necessity, we are coerced into signing up for a C-section as if the procedure lasts but a moment, when in reality we are likely signing up for a lifetime of unforeseen complications.
Jill said
Im trying to look up Craniosacral and Myofasical Therapy for kaiser permanente because i would like to know if my insurance covers it. Can someone please respond to me and let me know whether insurance covers this therapy or not?
kat said
i have had 2 c-sections my first in 2001 and after this i had really bad scar tisue and then my second c-section in 2003 was with my twins i had them 2 months eairly after a hemridge but now even thow there neairly 5 years old i still have really bad pains after intercourse and every now and then if i lift something heavy or push down on the mop to sqeeze it out i feel somethink crack inside my tummy along the pelvice bone its happened ever since i had my twins and when i use to lift up there buggy it would crack and opnce it cracks i cant do much for around 2-3 days because if i caugh or laugh anything like that i would be in so much pain dose any one no what this is as i have asked docter for years and he has no idea i thought it would have gone away by now.
Brenda said
Hi Angela,
I have had two c-sections one in 2001 and the other in 2006. My first child was 11 lbs 4 oz and the second 7lbs 13 oz. I found out that i had a lot of adhesions from my doctor after recovering from a 3 and a half hours c-section operation with the second child. Ever since the second surgery i have not been feeling back to my usual self. It is always something with my abdomen – pains, bloating, hardness(lumpiness) back pain… I had the classical section and that has made it even more difficult for my abdomen. If I lie on my back I can press my fist from my navel inwards and that place just feels empty. How would plastic surgery look for me with this type of cut. Would i be able to do abdominals ever again. It is so scary. I also do not feel good about myself right now because I am a slim person but my abdomen is out there so even after almost two years since the last section I look very much 4-6 months pregnant. Please what can I do. I was even told recently by my gynaecologist that my womb is still very high.
Jill said
I have had pain in my lower back and left hip above my pubic line also. I have 4 children I’m 27 and 3 were c sections. I have seen many doctors and nothing yet. I am scheduled to have a ct scan and sonogram. He is also going to check my bowels. I don’t know I just want all the pain to go away..
Nicole said
Hello, I had my second c section on March 20, 2008 constituting my delievery about 2 weeks and 6days. I have been feel sharp pains on the right side of my incesion since day one. They have begin to worsen. I have difficulty getting up from bed, walking or standing for long periods of time or even standing up straight. The entire incision is a bit hard but on my right side it’s a small buldge of hardening; And feels a bit slanted instead of being straight across the abdominal area. Do you you have any ideas of what it could be?
Cindy said
I had a c-section 11 days ago and am definitely still recuperating. What do I do about this terrible cough that I have had, it hurts a lot to cough.
Kate said
Very fascinating information! I have had 3 c-sections, and while I knew the scar caused my belly to appear unattractive, I had no idea the extent of the damage it is causing. For several years I have dealt with chronic neck pain that no amount of massage or chiropractic care could resolve. The accompanying headaches have been enough to make life quite miserable. Through my new physical therapist, I discovered that the entire problem is a result of my c-section scarring! It appears that the adhesions have thrown everything from my pelvis, to my lower to my upper back out of whack. Reading this article just confirms everything he has told me. I am looking forward to having this issue treated if not resolved. I so wish that others knew about this! Such a logical reason for our pain, but it has never been mentioned to me before.
Jamie said
This is super interesting to read and I hope you can help me!
March 13th 2006, I had my left ovary removed, due to a dermoid cyst that had grown to about 5 inches in diameter. They tried to do laproscopy but the tumor was too big and attached to my pelvic wall, ureter and part of my colon. So they ended up having to open me, like a c-section, but never entered my uterus. It took a while for everything to heal (obviously) but by about 6 months I was doing really good. I was able to do everything that I could before the surgery. Then in October 2007, I started to have abdominal pain. Just randomly throughout the day, I would get a pain anywhere from my hips to my upper abdomen to my throat. I was having a lot of irregularity in my digestive system as well. I have never had a problem with any thing like this before. This continued, getting worse somedays and better others. After about 4 months of tests after tests and doctors telling me that it is just stress or irritable bowel syndrome. I decided that I would just act like nothing was wrong. Well, that didn’t work. So here I am, I have been in pain for 7 months, my patience is shot and the thought of not being in pain or feeling like I used to, just makes me cry. I haven’t lost complete hope yet though. I still think it has something to do with my surgery. Do you think it could be scar tissue from my surgery?
Shannon said
I have had 3 cesareans. One in 2002,2005 and 2008. I have noticed that my last one has taken longer to heal and I still have pain 6 weeks postpartum. I also notice there is a painful area on the right side of my scar and it seems there is a lump in there. I sure hope it is nothing serious. I have been to one appointment with a massage therapist who is trained in craniosacral or visceral manipulation therapy. She massages the scar tissue to prevent and treat adhesions. I see her again tomorrow and I hope it will help. If anyone wants relief from adhesions, I would try this… ask around and find someone who is trained in treating adhesions. Good luck!
Lisa said
I’ve had 2 c-sections (1990&2000), @2.5 months ago a dime sized lump appeared on left side of scar, went to docs, said at first an ingrown hair (from shaving), then a possible hernia.. Put on antibiotics for 10 days..well the skin sore is now blueish in color but has a hardness underneath. went back to docs today and now thinks its adhesions or cysts that go up to ovary and yet down to my pubic hair. then did the reflex test on knees..not one flicker coming from the left leg. going for ct scan later in week and have been referred to surgeon..no pain unless being pushed on yet no sex drive for almost 5 months now…any ideas???
Amanda said
I had a c-section a year and a half ago. I had premature twins. I was wondering how large the uteran incision is when you have a c-section because I just recently noticed what feels like scar tissue that starts at the right side of my incision and goes up and extends a good three inches above my scar. My one son was in the vertex position and the other was breech. The “scar tissue” that I feel is on the side that my breech baby was on. Is it possible they had to cut further up on that side because of his position?
Julie Turner said
Hi, I’ve had 3 c-sections since 2002. With my last one (Sept. 2006) came bad pain. A few days after I had my baby I ended up back in the emergency room in horrible pain.. (Having c-sections before I knew this particular pain wasn’t normal). Turns out I had a pocket of fluid in my incision, they said there was nothing to do but wait it out and gave me more painkillers to help. Since then almost every month about a week or two before I get my period I get incredible pain, these episodes have sent me to the emergency room more than 5 times. Most of the time they look for kidney stones (never found any) or cysts on my ovaries, never really finding anything to explain my level of pain. My GP has begun treating me for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome ( I have multiple symptoms of this, hair growth, mood swings, heavy long lasting periods, trunkal weight, etc.) but even on the birth control pill and other medications I’m still experiencing BAD pain almost every month. Is it possible that it is the scar tissue?? What really caught my eye was when you talked about the hip pain, I had told the doctor that I thought maybe I had popped my hip out of place the first time the pain was really severe, thats what it felt like! I’d love to find a way to alleviate the pain without pain killers, I hate the way they make me feel!
Amy said
I am 33 and have had 2 c-sections,gall bladder removed, and tubal ligation. My youngest child is 3 ago 6 months ago I started having a pulling pain in my left hip. I just thought I was getting older. Now the pain is serious especially if I have sat down for a long time. The pain is sometimes in the left part of my lower back and also toward my lower abdomen like in the ovary area.The pain is so bad I can not sleep on my left side. I am sick of taking ibuprofren.When I try to feel exactly where the pain is at in the hip it feels like there is a lump there. I am also experiencing extreme heel pain and occasional neck and shoulder pain.I felt fine before the tubal. I am wondering if that is the root of my problems.
sum gurl said
i had 3 c sections 1997,2001,2002 now pregnant with fourth i had no feeling at the incision site for years since my first section feeling just came back a year ago i started feeling cramps during my period and i could youch my scar and feel that too amazing now i am pregnant and i feel everything all the stretching included i am so uncomfortable and i am only 15 weeks wishing this was over my question is is this normal? will i have more pain during labor? i had little to no pain or feeling with the last two pregnancies
Tara said
I have been reading the stories here and I am in the same “boat”. I had a c-section 5 years ago and I am having lower back pain and pain in my hips. I can not do any exercising that has anything to do with my hips or lower back. It STINKS!!! I can not get anyone to listen to me. I know that I need to get the scare tissue looked at. Where can I find medical information on scare tissue from c sections? Help
Gina said
I have a c-section 2 yrs ago, and approximately 4 months ago found a little pea size lump on end of c-section scar, was not painful at the time, just more apparent around menstrual cycle.
since my last VERY painful menstrual cycle, this lump has become very painfularound it to touch, even holding my son on the right side is sore. When running last week, I felt a little pop almost and had to stop and kneel over! Been to dr/’s sent me for 2 ultrasounds….not sure what it is, waiting for specialist.
any ideas?
Sara said
I have had 3 C-sections-96,00,02- during the second and the third the OB removed a great deal of scar tissue before removing my 2cd and 3rd child, so I know there is scar tissue now. After my third, I have severe abdomial pain, sharp stabbing like, that comes and goes in the same area, as well as heavy/painful periods, and hip and back pain. I complained to my family pract. and my OB for 4 years. My family doctor ordered an ultrasound, nothing. Finally, my OB ordered a MRI of my abdomen. Turns out, it is a patch of endometrial tissue in my abdomen near attached to the scar tissue. Either escaped through the scar tissue, or was transfered during the C-section. The endometrial tissue acts the same as the tissue in your uterus. It sheds during your period, only in places in your abdomen it should not be, causing the pain. I find it is most painful just after the heaviest days of my period. My OB suggested a hysterectomy and removal of the tissue as the only real cure. A friend just shared with me the reasons for the hip and back pain. I plan on visiting her PT very soon for a non-surgical approach, hopefuly.
Ruth ann Jeremiah said
Hi,
Thanks for all these comments. I am 58 and had c-sections in 1977, 1979 and 1985. About 10 years ago one “stitch” worked its way out and now I have a “hole” at another stitch hole and am pretty uncomfortable. I have had back aches and other problems for 20 years and never associated that with my c-sections. I will keep up on reading here to see what folks say!
Carmen said
I had 2 csections and in 2000 and 2002, I went yesterday to get my tubes tied and wen I woke up from my “surgery” my Dr. Told me that my tubiligatin couldn’t be done due to my haveing too much scar tissue. She said this is the 2nd time she’s seen this. Is all the scar tissue bad, should I be worried???
As for my C~sections, the only sharp pain I get is if I sneeze… weird huh??? I do have realy bad back aches, but I guess dats from the epidural… Idk.
Im more concerend about this scar tissue. Is that an issue?
Heather said
Hello… I had a c-section December 28,2005. My son was very healthy! 9 lbs. 1 ounce… 23inches long. … A few days later, My temp spiked to 102.2…. I was re admitted to the Hospital on Jan 4. Seems that my c section site was infected. After having it re opened and being in the hospital for 2 weeks afterwards on stong meds… The site had to be left open and heal from the inside out. It took several months to heal. …..
Now 3 years later… My scar is awful looking… it is sunk in towards the middle of the scar. Plus I have alot of scar tissue. I have some pain from time to time. … After saying all of that… I have 2 questions…..
Will the scar tissue hender me from being able to get pregnant again??
Will it be harder for me to get pregnant again??
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Amanda said
I have to agree with your theory. My first son was born in 1985 and a cesarean section was performed after 2.5 hours of pushing. The following 2.5 years later my second son was born by c-section and then again 5 years later my third son was born the same way. This was 1992. In 1994 I was complaining of lower to mid-back pain and after many MRI’s, physical therapy and chiropractic visits, no one had a solution or a reason. I even mentioned to my hormone specialist about the possibility of the scar tissue adhering to the adjacent walls of the muscles. He said this would not be improbable.
I was a exercising quite a bit at the time and thought this could be the source. There could be a correlation, but the scar tissue has always made sense to me. I had an oopharectomy with the cervix still in place in 1995 because of a familial predisposition. This just added to the scar tissue although the surgery was done vaginally. My Obgyn made sure to take as much scar tissue out from the previous deliveries.
The right side of my hip, illiosoas, I T band, hip flexor, piriformis, sciatic nerve are all affected. Today, January 25, 2009, I sit here in agony with the intense pain which has now moved to my left hip. I am 46 and slim. I hike to get exercise and take all natural vitamins. With our health care system, I am without insurance. Today I have taken 1600mg of ibuprofen to ease the pain. I drove back to the mountains where I am living as somewhat of a gypsy waiting for my house to sell in throbbing intense pain. I even stopped at the liquor store to get tequila so I could numb the pain. The tequila didn’t work, just made me drunk. Tomorrow, I am going to a free clinic in the area to see if I can get some help.
I have tried meditation and all this pain brings much clarity, but when you can’t even walk to your car there is a problem.
Thank you for your research and getting this out to other women wondering why they are having this pain.
Best Regards
Amanda Cloe
Talia said
I am a Massage Therapist specializing in Prenatal and Postnatal Massage. I’ve read all of the above stories and I just wanted to add to Michael and Angela’s great advice. I would suggest, in addition to myofascial release and massage, to seek a certified practitioner of Abdominal Massage. There is a wonderful technique, called Mayan Abdominal Massage, that is excellent for many reproductive and postpartum issues. It’s a non-invasive massage of the uterus and lower abdominal muscles, helping return them to a balanced state and releasing any adhesions and tension. Thank-you to everyone who has shared their experiences and knowledge.
Be well,
Talia
Kristy said
Hi, I had a C-section 2 1/2 years ago with my son (8 pounds 10 ounces), every year since my examinations have been fine, but this time I found a knot to the left side of my belly button, told my dr. she checked me and told me I had a very small uterus and she did feel something at the top of my uterus. I am having a ultrasound Fri. morning, but I am scared to death, especially with my family history, Can anyone give me their opinion?
Fiona said
Hi
I am31 and have had 2 csections,1 in2000 single birth and one in 2003 twin birth.over the last 3 months i have sharp lower left abdo pain and burning pain along the scar,as well as low back pain-does anyone have similar symptoms?my gp gave me stomach tablets!Not helping!!
Sarah said
I had a c section six days ago due to the baby not coming down the birth canal and also her heart rate dropping several times. My incision is healing beautifully, but below that to the right is an unimaginable burning, stabbing pain when I get up out of bed and when I sit down.It diminishes when I sit down and relax, and will start up again when I get up and walk around for longer than a minute or so. This is accompanied with a dull ache in my right hip. Also had an epidural since I was thought to be giving birth vaginally.
My dr says it is probably just a nicked nerve and has prescribed Tylenol 3’s but they dont even touch the pain when it starts up. Can someone please help me or give me some advice?? I am to take care of my beautiful baby girl on my own and its extremely frustrating and difficult. I cant walk or stand to make bottles longer than two minutes without crying. Anybody know how long this is to last?
Thank you
Sarah
sarahtheresia@hotmail.com
robin said
Just wanted to say thank you so much for th information , i have had 2 c-sections one at 28 and 31 . I am 39 now and have been ttc for 18 months now and can’t figure out why i am not getting pregnant . I am now wondering if it could be scar tissue preventing me from getting pregnant again . Thanks to everyone for there experiences and my condenses and prayers to those in pain and losing a little one.
Quanda said
Hello everyone, I am 38 i have 3 babies 3 c-sections 95,96 & 02 I have scar tissue the dr. tied my tubes and hplaced 3 burn holes on each side. I want to have another child so i am considering IVF. What do you think is it wise since i have scar tissue will that hinder me from having healthy babies?
Marie said
Its been 3 months since the birth of my 2nd child & i still have not gotten my period. I am scared & confused cause i dont know whats happening nor what might be wrong. My husband & i had sexual intercourse a month after though. He did pull out, but still i havent gotten my period. I need help & i dont know what to do or what may be wrong with me. Both my kids were bron through c-sections. With my 1st child, i had my period after a month. That worries me alot. I do experience lower back pain every now & then. It scares my husband cause he thinks i might be pregnant again. what do i do or what is wrong? why havent i gotten my period yet? im so scared & so is my husband. Please help me!!!
kailz said
hi my name is kailz i had a ec section nerly a year ago in may o8 and the last time i had my periods was in september 08 and havent had them since im not pregnant so is ther any other reason i havent got them im relly woried some advice would be good
jennifer said
I had a c-section 2 times,and this last one i put on alot of weight,and the whole lower part under my belly button is extrememly sore,and lumpy,i’m assuming it’s scar tissue,but the incision doesn’t hurt at all,just the lower part of my stomach,is that normal and will it start to not feel so bad?it’s been almost 7 months now since the last c-section.should i see someone or is it going to start feeling better?
Bethany said
I have had a tumor the size of grapefruit removed off my tailbone when I was 15 I am now 28. I do no do have any children but would love to have children in the near future. For one year now I have been having this pain on my lower left back. I have a scar like a c-section and up my crack of my butt. Over the years my bowel habits have gotten worse to where I have to take stool softeners almost every day. I have had a colonoscopy and it was normal. I just had a vaginal ultrasound and all my female organs are shifting to the left….does this sound like scare tissue problems and pain?? I would like advice. Does an MRI show scar tissue? Please help with any advice!! Thanks for your time.
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michelle said
I had my second c-section in 2006, when they performed it they said there was so much scar tissue from the first c-section they had to cut the other direction to get to baby. Now i am having hip, back pain could this be from the c-sections?
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Amanda said
I had a C Section with my son, he just turned 8 months old. I have been plagued with all kinds of symptoms since I had this done. First off, I have these horrible pains in my lower abdomen. The area just above the hairline. They are so intense, that I cannot do anything but moan and cry when they come. I am on Tramadol right now with the pain. It happens worse when I am laying down. I was also having constant UTI’s. They were resistant to antibiotics except for Macrobid. I have been to 6 different doctors, including the doctors who performed my surgery, a urologist, another OB/GYN, a surgeon, a nurse practitioner, and my family doctor. No one seems to know how to or want to help me. I have also been having severe dry eyes, throat, mouth, and lips. My eye doctor said I have tissue damage from them being so dry. I am having problems when I eat and going to the restroom. I’m wondering if some of these symptoms could be adhesions? If so, how do I get someone to listen to me and help me? They all seem to think I am making this up. I am really scared. Thank you for your time.
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Hi
I had a cesarean on 3rd May 2007. I experience a slight discomfort which feels like it is inside my stomach. My scar healed well and does not irritate at all. The pain I feel comes on for no reason and at times is tender to touch. Also when I have been sitting in a crouched position (leaning forward mostly) then I find it difficult to stand straight up immediately and I feel pain in my lower back and hip area. Also if I lie on my stomach in bed, then I find it difficult to turn over, it takes a bit of time. Is there any way of finding out if this is due to scar tissue inside? Everyone I know who have had cesears expeience no pain at all. can you help?
Thanks Joanne
cynthia king said
hi
i had c section 5 yrs ago, after 4 month i strated exercise regime -sit ups which i think was too early. as a result severe scar tissue form. very itchy, painful when i sit down or run. i feel some kind of hardness and lumps just above the scar.my period has also been affected, very very iregular since 4 yrs now. doctor cant do any thing to ease the abdominal pain or know why period stoped. can you help. Tks.
Kristy said
I also had a c-section 3 years ago, and have pain and itching, I also discovered a hard knot above my scar, it scared me with my dying of ovarian cancer, but i had 2 ultrasounds done and nothing seems to be there. Does anyone know what this could be?
11 yrs ago said
Hello to all that have posted. It is great to learn about this type of forum. I had my child 11yrs ago by cesarean and my scar has disappeared. My concern is the internal excessive tissue that I can not get rid. I also have had the lower back pain and really became use to the pain since the docs have all told me it is in my head and I was recently diagnosed as having arthritis in th hip due to the recently pains that have developed…I know that there is something wrong but I need help with learning how to cure things on a natural path.
Thanks
Lisa said
I have had two miscarriage’s after a c section and been trying to get pregnant for a year with no success I feel like it will never happened and then I found out I had major scar tissue. Will that prevent me from having more children ??? The Doctor did not tell me much !!!
sonia said
I had three c-section and i have back pain that you can’t think how i get up day by day to take care of kids and go to work. I have had M>I>R,and they said that they can’t find nothing but the problem and pain is still thire and pain pills can’t remove the problem ive been looking high and low for a solition. I’m sercard if i’m working,waking,lefting,thing the wrong way i can get prallais i need some one to ansawer my prays on way my back is goning out on me and i’m only 30.
Jennifer said
I have had 3 children, my first pregnancy was totally normal also with normal delivery. With my second pregnancy, I suffered a Placental abruption which resulted with the death of my newborn son. Four years ago, my little girl was born by c-section (healthy), I had a placental previa. One month after her birth I had a tubal ligation and it was after this that I noticed a lump at the incision site on left side. My doctor said it would go away, it never has. I no longer have insurance so Dr. visits don’t happen, just Emergency room visits. I experience a great deal of pain with this and now it’s at it’s worst. The burning sensation is so bad that I cannot even have my clothes rub against it, last night I experienced nausea for the first time but not sure if it’s related. Is this considered a medical emergency? Should I go to ER? I hate to waste people’s time but the pain is now interfering with everyday life.
I’m 39 years old, 5′2 and 110 pounds.
Diane said
Hi,
I had a c-section almost 3 months ago and was looking up info on how to take care of the scar, when I stumbled on this site. I in fact have had quite a bit of hip pain/discomfort since the pregnancy….I would say that it feels like arthritic-ish symptoms, it seems. My left hip especially feels sore, and causes me to wobble as if I were still pregnant when I first walk in the morning…..could this soreness be due to my ceasarean? I did gain 20# and thought that my weight gain was the cause….but now I’m not sure. (I’m on a diet and exercise plan and I am determined to loose the weight.)
missy said
hi i had a c section 3 and half months ago and i have been having pain where my scar is and belowe it and having pressure in the upper part of my stomach and pain in my sides i went to the doctor and she said it was problay scar tissue and it was just going to take time to heal.can anybody help me with this and give me sum advice.if u can plz email me at mscallions69@aims.com…thank you.
Kris said
I had a c-section over 16 years ago and am just beginning to experience sharp pains under the lump of scar tissue beneath my incision site. I am a bit worried about this because I’ve not experienced any pain related to this before. It’s sensitive to touch, pressure and I am having very sharp pains every 5 to 10 min. in the area for the past two days. Debating on going to an Immediate Care center.Any advice is welcomed and appreciated.
Denise said
I had a C-section 3 years ago. Is there anything I can do about the fact that I still have pain when I sneeze. Not every time, but a goood majority of the time it’s painful.
Angie said
I am really glad I found this site during a search. I’ve had one c-section and that was 7 months ago. I had a great doctor. The c-section was my second pelvic surgery. The first one was for the removal of a very large fibroid (4 years before the c/s) which left some scar tissue. After the c-section I got very little rest. Our small hospital was terribly short-staffed and there was few available to get us what we needed following the birth. We were moved to a pediatric floor 2 days after the surgery and that floor was very short-staffed, meaning we had to get our own linens, snacks, ice, water, etc. because the call light was barely answered. I was up and down for the five days we had to stay after the surgery. I am wondering if this prevented proper healing of my scar tissue. Now, whenever I exert pressure on the incisional area via coughing, sneezing, blowing my nose, moving my bowels, there is a “popping” sensation in the scar tissue area, especially on the left side. It feels kind of gross, like something is shifting quickly with the pressure exertion. It is not painful when it does this but I have a chronic soft-tissue kind of tenderness throughout the scar area. Also, I have begun to have terribly sharp sciatic pain and a tight-feeling lower back, sacrum area. My hip joints ache a lot and sometimes it is difficult to walk. What is the best remedy for this? I really would like relief and to feel more normal again. Thank you very much.
mommieof3 said
Hello, I am 42, I have had three miscarriages and I have 3 children all by c-section. Since my last child was born 12 years ago, I have had problems with Bladder infections. I have to take macrobid after sex to prevent getting an infection. I also have lower pain in my left side and lower back. An ultrasound showed several cysts on my left ovary. I also have problems with constipation and diarrhea. It goes from one extreme to the other. I am scheduled for a laproscopy this month, but I am a little scared. Is it normal for scar tissue to cause all of these issues?
Debbs said
Hi,Just been reading the comments on this site. I have 5 children had 4 normal deliveries, Four wks ago had an emergency c section.It was a traumatic time for us all. Thanks to the staff at the hos I have a beautiful healthy baby boy. Its now 4 wks on, my scar has and is healing lovely. When I had C section, a drain was put in my stomach, this was removed 3 days after. The only concern I have is where the wound drain was there is a lump (right side of tummy) which is very painful and hurts when touched. Been to Dr’s he said I may need to go back into hospital and have incision to see why and what is causing pain, mean while had two courses of antibiotics. At the moment having clexane injection daily (for 6 wks only 2 wks left)to prevent me from blood clot, I am unable to have kind of surgery whilst on clexane so have to wait till after my postnatal check. I thought id have more problems with scar. keep thinking it could be infection or abcess !
Joni said
Its been almost 4 months since i had my C section and i and now getting lower abdominal pain on the left side from time to time. sometimes it comes as a twinge Sometimes it seems to happen for no apparent reason. I also wonder if my period is trying to normalize or not. What do you think i should do
Mandy said
It’s been 2 and a half years since my second c-section. Almost immediately following my surgery i noticed a localized pain in my right hip area. When I mentioned it to my doctor at the time I was told it was part of the healing process. About three months after the surgery I decided to have an IUD put in. While inserting the IUD this area started screaming in pain. Again I was told my body was still re-cooping and it may be sensetive for awhile. During the last 2 and a half years this pain has never left. Always in the same area. Sometimes only a slight reminder, sometimes so severe I have to stop what I’m doing and allow it to subside. My menstral cycle has become very short, lasting only a few days but then I spot for the following week. Also at the time of my period I experience sharp pain in this area as well as in what feels like possibly my cervix. This pain comes and goes and ranges again from mild to severe sometimes for no apparant reason and at other times it seems I may have twisted the wrong way. Over the last few weeks I have started experiencing fatigue, muscle weakness, joint pain, nausea, dizziness and random sharp pains alternating in different joints. I have experienced this joint pain and muscle weakness for years, it comes and goes. I’ve thught perhaps I could have fibromyalgia. But again anytime I talk to doctors about this they excuse it as depression or exhaustion because I have been under a lot of stress. I have another appointment in a week. Because my husband is in the military I never see the same doctor, just a general physician. My question is what can I say to them to get them to take these symptoms seriously? I think perhaps because there is so much going on with me they think I’m a hypochondriac. My husband is beginning to believe this too. I’ve wondered if perhaps something wasn’t left behind in my surgery considering it’s not just the localized pain but also the achiness and fatigue. Any thoughts?
Tray-c said
how about sharp pain in my pelvic area only on the left sideand it feels like it goes into my side sometimes. It started coming during my period then it changed to before and during noew it is after. It hurts alot sometimes i lay down and it still hurts. more so when I lay on that side. i saw the doctor they checked me with an internal altrasound and they said my uterus and ovaries are fine and that if it is scare tissue there is nothing that can be done. what is the deal with that.I don’t get back pain from it just alot of sharp sometimes continues pelvic pain on the left side. damn cesarean never wanted one was an emergency. Can this happen from scar tissue?
Vicki Saffold said
I had three c-sections in 78, 82 and 85. Now, 29 years later I have recently been experiencing lower back pain, pain on my left buttock and some hip pain. It’s especially noticeable twisting as I get out of the car or while vacuuming. I have seen chiropractors and have been exercising daily but it’s still going on. I have had some relief but for the past 8 months this has been pretty consistent. Just the other night a good friend of mine who does deep tissue massages, mentioned it could be a scar tissue problem from my c-sections. What should be my next step? I am almost 55 years old and have felt great up until the last 8 months.
Candus Poyner said
Hello, I too have had a c section as well as a complete hysterectomy about 5 years ago. When my doctor went in to see why I had so much pain he found large amounts of scar tissue. So he said that was adding to my pain. So he did surgery and removed both ovaries as well as uterus but could not remove my cervix because he said it was attached with scar tissue to my bladder. I have started having pain in my stomach and there is a hard knot in there. I went to a new doctor and she said there is many knots and could feel them. These spots are very painful and she is sending me to a surgeon this week. I’m very scared that he will want to remove the scar tissue. What if it causes more? Also I have severe back pain and hips and leg pain as well. I too have rubbed them to ease the pain and sometimes I’m doing nothing but sitting when the pain comes on. This is very odd, and puzzling. Any help?