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Gave Birth By C-section. Have Back Pain And In Breast Rib Cage. Any Reason?
Question: Hi.... My name is XXXXXXX and I recently had a baby 3 Weeks ago via c-section and 3 days ago I started experienci ng some sever upper back pain and pain just under my breast bone between my ribcage can you please help me
Hello,
I would be happy to help you with your question.
You are a 33 year old 3 weeks out from a C/S with "flank pain" and "chest pain". Given your recent pregnancy and major surgery, this should not be ignored. The possibilities might include:
1. Pneumonia
2. A blood clot to your lungs (called a pulmonary embolus)
3. A kidney stone or kidney infection
4. Reflux disease
5. Heart disease
This needs to be addressed with your OB/GYN immediately. You need to call them and see if they would like you seen urgently. If they tend to "blow you off", then ask them: "do you think this could be a blood clot that went to my lungs?".
Get help and good luck!
I would be happy to help you with your question.
You are a 33 year old 3 weeks out from a C/S with "flank pain" and "chest pain". Given your recent pregnancy and major surgery, this should not be ignored. The possibilities might include:
1. Pneumonia
2. A blood clot to your lungs (called a pulmonary embolus)
3. A kidney stone or kidney infection
4. Reflux disease
5. Heart disease
This needs to be addressed with your OB/GYN immediately. You need to call them and see if they would like you seen urgently. If they tend to "blow you off", then ask them: "do you think this could be a blood clot that went to my lungs?".
Get help and good luck!
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