Your body after baby
- Lots of things happen to your body right after giving birth.
- Some body changes are painless, others are uncomfortable.
- Stress and fatigue can leave you feeling lots of emotions.
What is a cesarean wound infection?
A cesarean (c-section) wound infection is caused when bacteria get inside the incision (cut) from a c-section. A c-section is surgery in which your baby is born through a cut that your health care provider makes in your belly and uterus. Bacteria can cause the cut to get infected.Signs of infection are fever and painful, red, swollen skin around the incision. Call your health care provider if you have any of these signs. Your provider may drain the incision to release the trapped bacteria.
Most c-section incisions heal without any problems. You’re more likely to get an infection if you: