Burning feeling where stitches were??

Question

SOS— 4 weeks postpartum and the area where my stitches were (2nd degree tear) burns like 50% of the time. Especially when I sit for a while or stretch out my legs, and always at the end of the day. I’m not even sure if burning is the right word, but it’s uncomfortable and feels super sensitive and I guess like the skin just burns. Is this normal healing? I’m so tired of being so aware of my crotch all the time 😫😭.

Answer

I'm almost two weeks out and feel the same. With my first it lasted 5-6 weeks. I had my doctor check that everything was ok at my 6 week check and it was healing well. I find I feel worse the longer I'm up sitting or standing. Try to lay down when you can, maybe use ice pads if that helps and take something for the discomfort if needed.

Answer

This happened with my first. Have your dr check you at your 6 week follow up. I had granulated tissue that resolved after being cauterized 😖.

Burning feeling where stitches were??

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