Kellxx - I actually tore with DS 1, but I still had to have stitches and definately experienced the ache. I also had a forcep delivery though, so I am not sure if the ache was from the stitches or bruising from the forceps!

I also had skin where it wasn't meant to be and this was called proud tissue, and did require a trip back to my Obs to have Silver Nitrate applied. I actually found that it took a good 6-7 months for everything to feel relatively normal again!

I would suggest going to your Gp to get them to have a look, as the skin may be proud tissue and may need to be removed, but also just to give you piece of mind!