I have had a c-section in the past..can the scar tissue inside my uterus rip during this pregnancy?

Question

I am 3 months into my pregnacy and I am worried that the scar tissue inside my uterus will rip when I get further along in my pregnancy. Is it possible?

Answer 1

The short answer here is yes, it can. It is extremely rare to have happen, though. Your doctor will monitor the stress on your scar, and can tell you what to watch for if it is something you are really concerned about. Uterine rupture following a c-section most usually occurs (again, that's when it RARELY does) during labor- not just during a normal pregnancy. You need to discuss this concern with your OB, though. Just take heart that millions of women have very sucessful pregnancies after a c-section, and nothing happens. A good many of them even have a normal labor and delivery instead of a second c-section. So yes, it's possible, but the chances are extremely low. I'd just relax about it. There are plenty of other things an expectant mom can worry about, but mostly I'd recommend just concentrating on picking out a good name.

Answer 2

It is highly unlikely that your uterus will rip just from the very slow stretching due to your pregnancy. I am currently 2 1/2 months pregnant and had a C-Section as well. My OBGYN had two C-Sections with no problems having a third child.

The time most doctors/OBGYNs are concerned about rupturing a uterus is during labor as some women, in the pushing phase, have ruptured along their scar line. And depending on the size of your baby and how complicated your last deliver was, they may opt to just have you be scheduled for a C-Section.

I would not worry yourself about it ripping during your trimesters as that isn't healthy for you nor for your baby. I would speak with your OBGYN and thoroughly discuss your concerns and delivery options.

Good Luck.

Answer 3

I'm sure it can't I'm 37 weeks along in my pregnancy and my first child was a c-section. My scar hasn't ripped. But I do know when you go into labor depending on the type of scar on you uterus, it can rip if you try a vaginal birth after cesarean, but the odds of that are low if you have a scar that goes left to right on your uterus. Plus when you go into labor the doctors will be closely motoring you and they know when it is ripping by the babies heart beat, plus you should feel a burning riping sensation going across your belly even if you have an epidural. i wouldn't worry but your doctor can give you more information. Lot's of women have had babies after having a c-section without any problems. I am going to try to have a vaginal birth after cesaren, because if it goes well it is best for me and my baby.

Answer 4

yes it is possible but the probability of it happening to you after only one c-section is next to none during pregnancy but the risk is higher during labour but still not very high after only one cs, i have had 5 c-sections, 4 in 7 years then a 5 year gap before the 5th one, the last pregnancy was uncomfortable because of all the scar tissue , as it does not stretch ,( there is very little after only one cs) my 5th baby was born 5 weeks early because i was in too much abdo pain to carry him any more he was 7lb 3oz 5weeks early so he was very heavy to carry as well! everything will be fine for you and your baby eat well walk often good luck

Answer 5

I ve had 3 sections. Two were 14 months apart and then the third almost 2 years after the second one. I had the same pains. I think it gets better. Then they come back of course after the c-sections. If it bothers you too much, talk to your doctor.

Answer 6

no the scar tissue wont tear. it doesn't even go very far into your uterus. I've had 2 kids through c-section and the scar tissue didn't even bother me. i forgot that it was even there.

Answer 7

I have had 4 c-sections with no complications except numbness at the scar area. Please enjoy your pregnancy and ask your doctor about your concerns at your next visit.

Answer 8

No. Discuss it with your doctor.