Looking After C Section Wound

Cellulitis of the wound is typically the result of either staphylococcal or streptococcal bacteria.

Looking after c section wound. I had my eldest via emergency cesarean after giving birth vaginally to his twin. You ll see some changes in your scar. A wound abdominal abscess is caused by the same bacteria as wound cellulitis and other.

Take a painkiller if the wound is sore for most women it s better to take paracetamol or ibuprofen but not aspirin while you re breastfeeding. It s normal for your scar to be slightly raised puffy and even darker than your normal skin tone so don t be alarmed. Your wound has filled in and a new surface has formed.

You ll usually be advised to. After a c section it is normal to experience some swelling redness and pain around the wound. The first week after your c section you can expect to feel some numbness and soreness at the incision site.

Expect to stay in the hospital for three to four days after your delivery longer if there are. C sections are more and more common with some trusts having a c section rate of 30 or more. Gently clean and dry the wound every day.

Wear loose comfortable clothes and cotton underwear. Your midwife should also advise you on how to look after your wound. These contractions which often resemble menstrual cramps help prevent excessive bleeding by compressing the blood vessels in the uterus.

Afterpains are common during breast feeding due to the release of oxytocin. You might feel contractions sometimes called afterpains during the first few days after the c section. I also use my hairdryer on a warm setting after bath and towel drying just to make sure it s nice and dry.