Is it normal to experience pain on both sides of the incision 15 days after a cesarean section?

Under normal circumstances, mild dull pain on both sides of the incision site and occasional pulling sensations 15 days after cesarean section, without any abnormal symptoms, are usually signs of normal recovery. However, if the pain is severe, continuously worsening, or accompanied by redness, swelling, or fluid discharge, there may be complications, which should raise concern. If in doubt, it is advisable to seek medical consultation early. Detailed analysis is as follows:

If mild pulling pain occurs only during movement (such as turning over or getting up) on both sides of the incision, and subsides with rest, and there is no redness, swelling, discharge, fever, or hard lumps at the incision site, this indicates that the wound is healing normally. During tissue repair, regeneration of nerves and muscles may cause slight discomfort, which will gradually diminish as recovery progresses, and generally requires no excessive concern.

If the pain on both sides of the incision is severe and persistent, or if redness, swelling, heat, pus-like discharge occurs, or symptoms such as elevated body temperature and local hard nodules appear, these may indicate wound infection, poor healing, or hematoma formation. These conditions fall outside the scope of normal recovery. Without timely treatment, the condition may worsen and impair wound healing, so prompt medical evaluation is necessary.

Fifteen days after cesarean delivery, it is important to keep the incision site clean and dry, avoiding friction or pressure on the wound. Monitor changes in pain and the condition of the incision, noting any emergence of abnormal symptoms. If pain becomes unusual or is accompanied by discomfort, do not attempt self-treatment; instead, promptly return to the hospital for follow-up evaluation, allowing the physician to assess the situation and implement appropriate interventions.