Pain like a bruise on stomach 3 weeks after c-section

[ellasmummy]

I had a physio check me and said my stomach muscles were not separated, but I had the same thing. Felt bruised from c section cut to belly button, for about 6 weeks at least. Had to wear harry high pants or hipsters, as anything touching that area hurt. Is totally fine now 4mths on

[wysiwyg]

Thanks for the replies. Will see what physio says. Just glad haven't had any replies saying "that is really bad see your doc immediately!"

SiarasMummy - Yes I saw your post, and was going to comment but I couldn't find it when I had time to reply - but my pain is exactly like you describe - feels just like a bruise does and is quite a small spot. I never mentioned it to midwife or anything when pregnant though - always seemed to forget at appointments - if they ever touched that bit when checking position it really hurt though!

Tanstar - All replies are helpfu. My separation was 6cm this time too - last time only 5! Hopefully it will heal as well as last time.

Oh well, if may take a while, I will have to go buy some more high waisted leggings I suppose!

[SiarasMummy]

Just wanting to know how you got on - did you find out what it is? Mine is still bothering me, I'm 40 weeks tomorrow. I mentioned it to my OB and he kinda just dismissed it as something to do with a ligament or muscle so I have just been putting up with it. Although tonight I was leaning over so my Hubby could give me a back rub and when I went to stand up straight I felt ssoooooo much pain, it was like a burning sensation in the spot that has been bothering me, it felt like something ripped inside. It was hurting for a good few mins but feels better now, apart from if I lean over or bend down. It's so annoying that you can't see it from the outside, it would be easier to explain to someone if they could see it!

[wysiwyg]

Hi - Physio said it sounds like pain from the muscle being so stretched, and when pregnant was from the muscles stretching. I am weaker on the side where the pain is worst so it makes sense. It has felt better this week though still there but not as tender. Hope you have your baby soon and start to get some relief - I think the sharp pains were more when I was pregnant and now is more like just a sore spot when I touch it.

My stomach muscles were only 3cm separated at worst, at 4 weeks so they are getting better slowly, I have more exercises to do and see physio again in a few weeks.