astheria, that sounds rough. Take it easy and I hope you feel better soon.
Thanks. Atm I'm just happy it's not worse. She told me to schedule an appointment this week (which her nurses were like, no 2 weeks is what we do...had to basically beg and show proof to need this appointment) which she said she told me bc of the infection risk. She wants to keep a close eye on me. I think the best part for now is that we caught it early. I don't have fever and there's no pus to drain surgically. So those are both large positives.
astheria, that sounds rough. Take it easy and I hope you feel better soon.
Thanks. Atm I'm just happy it's not worse. She told me to schedule an appointment this week (which her nurses were like, no 2 weeks is what we do...had to basically beg and show proof to need this appointment) which she said she told me bc of the infection risk. She wants to keep a close eye on me. I think the best part for now is that we caught it early. I don't have fever and there's no pus to drain surgically. So those are both large positives.
I was on antibiotics too. My incision is right under a fat roll so there was always rubbing/sweat going on. I used gauze pads until I ran out and now I just stick a panty liner sideways to keep the fabric from rubbing. Hope yours continues to be nothing to worry about!
Thanks. Atm I'm just happy it's not worse. She told me to schedule an appointment this week (which her nurses were like, no 2 weeks is what we do...had to basically beg and show proof to need this appointment) which she said she told me bc of the infection risk. She wants to keep a close eye on me. I think the best part for now is that we caught it early. I don't have fever and there's no pus to drain surgically. So those are both large positives.
I was on antibiotics too. My incision is right under a fat roll so there was always rubbing/sweat going on. I used gauze pads until I ran out and now I just stick a panty liner sideways to keep the fabric from rubbing. Hope yours continues to be nothing to worry about!
This is basically what I'm dealing with. When we left the hospital we asked about anything we could do to help it and no one said a word. And then today she mentioned putting gauze or a pad on it. We be ugh some gauze at the pharmacy when we picked up my antibiotic and DH is going to help me change it out a few times a day as she prescribed/suggested.
This might sound weird but I discovered today that putting a cloth diaper insert over the incision works great to keep from rubbing and I like it better than a pad.
I was on antibiotics too. My incision is right under a fat roll so there was always rubbing/sweat going on. I used gauze pads until I ran out and now I just stick a panty liner sideways to keep the fabric from rubbing. Hope yours continues to be nothing to worry about!
This is basically what I'm dealing with. When we left the hospital we asked about anything we could do to help it and no one said a word. And then today she mentioned putting gauze or a pad on it. We be ugh some gauze at the pharmacy when we picked up my antibiotic and DH is going to help me change it out a few times a day as she prescribed/suggested.
Good for your H helping. I have to use my makeup mirror to see it and lift my belly up to get a good look. Not easy.
PP bleeeding ? I'm 5 weeks PP tomorrow ( omg...) and last week it really tapered down to virtually nothing this week it is back , w some clots, it's very dark too, I have had some slight cramping too. Could it be because I'm breastfeeding again instead of just pumping ?
Well the cellulitis seems to be improving. But showering and then drying/adding gauss to the area is not the most comfortable thing at all. I am doing ok with pain in general but this really irritates. My Vicodin is almost gone (one pill left) and I'm considering taking it at this point so I can sit and nurse completely pain free. Motrin 800 isn't doing it 100%. Kinda wondering if I call tomorrow if they will give me one refill of it especially bc of the infection.
How are we on this bruising thing between belly button and incision? In so glad I swung by here and saw this was a legit thing. I was beginning to think I was crazy. Two and a half weeks out and it's as tender as ever. I'm back in my PP jeans but they put pressure there that makes me even more sore! Ugh!
Yesterday was 5 weeks for me. I'm still tender but don't really notice it nearly as much. Of course I haven't tried any of my PP clothes on, I sell wear maternity jeans when I wear them.
How are we on this bruising thing between belly button and incision? In so glad I swung by here and saw this was a legit thing. I was beginning to think I was crazy. Two and a half weeks out and it's as tender as ever. I'm back in my PP jeans but they put pressure there that makes me even more sore! Ugh!
6 weeks pp and I'm still tender. I gained a lot of weight this pregnancy so it will be a bit before my old jeans for but even the maternity pants rub funny
I lost all the weight in 2 weeks but things have shifted so much most of my old clothes don't fit especially all my damn jeans! I'll be wearing maternity jeans until it's socially unacceptable for me to be wearing them anymore!
I don't really have the bruising but I have nerve pain on my belly from about 1.5" above the incision to about 1" above my belly button. I haven't been bleeding at all lately but I was told if you are seeing red or pink again at this point it's a sign you need take it easier. You've done too much.
C-section recovery has been rough to say the least. I also have a skin infection just above my incision. The doctor started me on antibiotics, but then I had a bad reaction to the antibiotics and woke up so dizzy yesterday morning that I couldn't even stand up by myself. I spent most of the day in bed. So now I'm on my second antibiotic and hoping that helps without causing any other issues.
I'm still having nerve pain near one end of my incision that is so bad that I'm still having to take Percocet more than 2 weeks after my C-section. I'm hoping that this nerve pain isn't permanent. I also still have almost no sensation in my bladder, although it seems like that is starting to improve a little over the last day or two.
On top of all the pain and other issues, my nipples are killing me from breastfeeding. I was almost ready to throw in the towel last night it hurt so bad.
I just want my body to go back to "normal", where it functions the way it should and I'm not constantly in pain.
C-section recovery has been rough to say the least. I also have a skin infection just above my incision. The doctor started me on antibiotics, but then I had a bad reaction to the antibiotics and woke up so dizzy yesterday morning that I couldn't even stand up by myself. I spent most of the day in bed. So now I'm on my second antibiotic and hoping that helps without causing any other issues.
I'm still having nerve pain near one end of my incision that is so bad that I'm still having to take Percocet more than 2 weeks after my C-section. I'm hoping that this nerve pain isn't permanent. I also still have almost no sensation in my bladder, although it seems like that is starting to improve a little over the last day or two.
On top of all the pain and other issues, my nipples are killing me from breastfeeding. I was almost ready to throw in the towel last night it hurt so bad.
I just want my body to go back to "normal", where it functions the way it should and I'm not constantly in pain.
I hear you 100% . Had a similar night last night w the nipple pain. I was in tears. Plus YA c section incision soreness. Today is better . Hugs
Dealing with a lot of pain tonight. I have Motrin 800 but my Vicodin ran out and they couldn't call me in more. They said they would call me in Tylenol 3 to get me till my doctors appointment Monday, and then nothing. They forgot. I'm not sure how to deal this weekend. Arm I am having a bit of a stabby pain on one side and can't take Motrin 800 until 8. They said every 8 hours but that seems excessive. I just need better management.
+1 to breast feeding pain on top of c section pain.
I am almost out of percocet and am not sure if doc will refill. Pain is still unbearable at 7 days post op. i feel bruised in spots that look normal and still have problems standing up straight.
I swear I didnt expect it to take this long to start feeling normal again. I swear after my last I was feeling better by now. To top it off the crying began 2 days ago. I cry due to pain, to not spending time with dd1 and basically just because.
this recovery sucks. I hope everyone else is doing better than I am.
3w2d pp and I have a small bump/spot less than an inch above my incision that started bleeding today. Normal/semi-normal or not?
I'm not sure what you mean by a small bump. Size of a quarter, under the skin? Or more like an acne bump (really small and on top of the skin rather than in the muscle underneath)? I would call for the former, but probably not the latter.
3w2d pp and I have a small bump/spot less than an inch above my incision that started bleeding today. Normal/semi-normal or not?
I'm not sure what you mean by a small bump. Size of a quarter, under the skin? Or more like an acne bump (really small and on top of the skin rather than in the muscle underneath)? I would call for the former, but probably not the latter.
It is smaller than dime sized and looks like it is just on the surface. Might just be an infected hair follicle or something.
I'm not sure what you mean by a small bump. Size of a quarter, under the skin? Or more like an acne bump (really small and on top of the skin rather than in the muscle underneath)? I would call for the former, but probably not the latter.
It is smaller than dime sized and looks like it is just on the surface. Might just be an infected hair follicle or something.
Could be. You can try a cool compress on the spot and see if that helps. I'd probably monitor for another day or 2 before calling about it unless you get a fever or it spreads or the incision gets more painful.
Post by shortstack on Aug 30, 2015 13:54:19 GMT -5
shannonabigail How much is a bit? If there's an infection, you may want to go to an urgent care and get started on an antibiotic until you can see your OB.
shannonabigail How much is a bit? If there's an infection, you may want to go to an urgent care and get started on an antibiotic until you can see your OB.
A few drops on a gauze pad. I've already been on one round of antibiotics 2 weeks ago.
funhaven when is your follow up appointment? If it's soon I'd ask about it then or call if it's not. I'm 6 weeks Thursday and haven't had any dark bleeding in about 2 weeks.
Post by shannonabigail on Sept 2, 2015 17:10:51 GMT -5
Went to the Ob today where she opened the middle of my incision where the bleeding was and let it drain. She said it looked like just a superficial blood blister and sent me home with a pack of steri strips to close it up once I took the gauze off. No infection and she says the rest of it looks to be healing well. Got her to sign off on me going back to work next week.
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