Bleeding scar

Hey I’m just over 6 weeks PP and noticed that there is a tiny little bit of bleeding suddenly from my scar. The rest looks great and is healing well but this little area a few days ago seemed more raised and red and then today it’s got a bit of discharge and some bleeding. Anyone else had this and know what it could mean?? I’ve got my 6 week check up in two days so hoping to wait until then to get it checked, but any advice or support would be great!

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Bleeding is where the scar starts on the sides ?

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Mine did the same thing, I just kept an eye on it and kept it clean but if you feel like you’re concerned about it in any way, I would go in and have it looked at just to be safe

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Personally I wouldnt wait to get it checked, yesterday I noticed mine was more swollen, red and raised i called midwife who told me to call 111 as of early infection they couldn't prescribe me anything. 111 got me an emergency appointment, not infection but very irritated so they've covered it back up for a couple of days. Told me if any sign of bleeding to get straight back. Honestly with such a big wound you dont want to risk it. Better to get it looked at

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Yes I had this
Contact your midwife as it sounds like it could be infected or have a topical bacterial infection. They will give you a cream and dress it if it's open. Xx

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Are you increasing your physical activity?

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Mine is doing this at 5+5 days postpartum, was diagnosed with an infection 3 days ago 😭

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Bleeding scar

Hey I’m just over 6 weeks PP and noticed that there is a tiny little bit of bleeding suddenly from my scar. The rest looks great and is healing well but this little area a few days ago seemed more raised and red and then today it’s got a bit of discharge and some bleeding. Anyone else had this and know what it could mean?? I’ve got my 6 week check up in two days so hoping to wait until then to get it checked, but any advice or support would be great!

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