Can a woman have long-term back pain after a C-section?

Question

Hello doctor,

I had a cesarean section two years ago, and I underwent regional anesthesia SAB at the L3-L4 level. Now, I am experiencing discomfort and middle back pain.

The pain location is where the needle was introduced. The pain was aggravated when I hunched back.

Should I be worried?
What should I do for this pain?

Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

SAB (spinal anesthesia block) is given by injecting a drug into the space between the two vertebral rings. Sometimes, the needle may hit the bone as it is a blind procedure, which may cause inflammation of the periosteum (covering of the bone) causing back pain.

You need not worry too much. I suggest mild analgesics such as Acetaminophen and NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), hot and cold compressions. Everything will be fine for sure.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, with your doctor's consent, you can take Meloxicam at a maximum of 15 mg in two or three divided doses per day.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.