Why does my lower abdomen hurt after a cesarean section?

In ancient China, women could only choose to find an experienced midwife to perform a natural birth. However, there are many uncontrollable factors in natural births, and the health of pregnant women and babies is difficult to guarantee. With the introduction of Western culture, Chinese people began to come into contact with caesarean sections. As a new way of childbirth, cesarean section is popular among the public because of its safety, but lower abdominal pain often occurs after cesarean section.

1. Why do I have lower abdominal pain after cesarean section?

In fact, this situation is uterine contraction pain, and the symptoms will worsen during breastfeeding. It is a normal physiological phenomenon and usually heals itself after 3-4 days. Pregnant women who are in severe pain can apply hot compresses and massage their lower abdomen. However, it is necessary to rule out the possibility of remnants of the placenta and fetal membranes in the uterus. The uterine contractions caused by this reason are often severe and are often accompanied by more vaginal bleeding. If the pain is severe, please consult a doctor immediately. After a cesarean section, the pain in the lower abdominal wound usually lasts for one to two weeks, and the lochia usually lasts for 3-4 weeks. This is because the patient mainly rests in bed during the confinement period, and the lack of activity can easily lead to constipation. As long as the wound is not red, swollen or exuding, there will be no big problem. Just pay attention to observation and rest. The dull pain in the lower abdomen may be caused by the recovery of uterine contraction. Eating more vegetables and getting out of bed appropriately will help improve constipation.

2. What are the sequelae of mothers who have caesarean sections?

1. Cesarean section pregnancy

In recent years, the number of patients with cesarean section incision pregnancy has been on the rise, and this operation has a high risk factor, just like ectopic pregnancy. Cesarean section incision pregnancy, that is, if a woman who has undergone cesarean section becomes a pregnant mother again within two years, the gestational sac will implant and grow in the scar. If you choose to have an abortion at this time, it may easily lead to excessive bleeding and endanger the mother's life; if you want to have a child, it will harm the life of the fetus.

2. Severe damage to the uterus

A cesarean section can cause serious damage to the uterus. Many pregnant women follow the trend and choose cesarean section, believing that it has many benefits. In fact, it has more disadvantages than advantages. For example, cesarean section requires anesthesia, which is extremely harmful to the fetus; there may be risks of heavy bleeding and infection after the operation; and the wound from cesarean section heals very slowly, the pain in the injured area persists, and it is extremely inconvenient for future pregnancy and contraception. Therefore, unless the situation does not allow, it is best not to choose a caesarean section.

3. Unsightly scars

After a caesarean section, no matter how skilled the doctor is, an ugly scar will be left on the mother's abdomen, and this scar is extremely difficult to remove. If you want to be beautiful and have no scars, the best way is to choose natural childbirth.