The prospect of having a C-section is not one a woman imagines for herself during childbirth. If this, C-Section can cause scarring. Many new mothers want to get back to their pre-pregnancy body, which didn’t have a scar, but this is unfortunately unrealistic. The C-Section scar is going to be there, but luckily, it can be minimized and treated with a clinically-proven solution.
Read on to learn more about C-section scars, how to treat them with Nourisil™ MD Silicone Scar Gel and proper wound care for scarring minimization.
What is C-section scars?
A C-section scar happens when you deliver a child through a Cesarean section, also known as a C-section. A C-section is a major surgery that can lead to significant scarring. It involves one incision in the mother’s abdomen and another in the uterus, says Healthline.
C-sections can cause scarring. In some women, these scars become thick, raised, and red. That may mean that your scar is hypertrophic, where your body created more scar tissue than necessary. A hypertrophic scar is harmless, but it may get irritated when you wear clothes or you may not like how it looks.
Keloid scars are also formed due to an uninhibited production of collagen. Keloids are the result of an overgrowth of dense fibrous tissue that usually develops after healing of a skin injury. The tissue extends beyond the borders of the original wound, does not usually regress spontaneously, and tends to recur after excision.
Nourisil™ MD – a new player in the treatment of C-section scars
Nourisil™ MD Silicone Scar Gel is featured by Maternity, Midwifery & Baby as a new player in the treatment of C-section scars. The Maternity, Midwifery and Baby event series are free to attend, regional professional development forums for midwives, health visitors, other allied healthcare professionals wishing to update their skills and knowledge around key issues.
As a new entrant to the scar market, Nourisil™ MD Silicone Scar Gel’s blend of five silicones gives it unique power to maintain the skin’s moisture balance, while improving scar appearance, saying that the formula will be particularly useful in the treatment of C-section scars, by helping to reduce associated pain, redness and discolouration.
Nourisil™ MD has been designed to help flatten, soften and smooth scars, relieving itching and skin discomfort. The new product has been developed by the Fagron Group, which is based in The Netherlands, for the prevention of keloids and hypertrophic scars.
Initial reviews have proved positive and the gel was awarded the Bizziebaby Bronze Award 2017 in the Family Health category. The product was tested and reviewed by a number of Mums with scars and scored highly, resulting in the award.
Fagron UK general manager Peter Batty said: “Nourisil™ MD works by creating a silicone barrier that allows skin to release moisture at normal levels, as opposed to too much – a sign of it being damaged”.
“Silicone has been used in scar therapy for decades and proven clinically, but unlike other products like silicone sheeting, the gel can be applied to the affected area, left to dry for around 60 seconds, and then clothing can be applied as normal”. Additionally, Nourisil™ MD is an ultra-light, transparent and non-sticky, all of which make it to be suitable for treatment of C-section scars.
After C sections wounds have fully healed and stitches have been removed, women are advised to gently massage in the scar treatment gel twice a day.
Peter said: “The gel’s preservative-free ingredients, which also include vitamin E, are the gold standard in scar treatment. The gel includes polysiloxanes and tocopheryl acetate and works on all skin types by forming an invisible layer that hydrates and protects scars on all areas of the body, including the face. Sun blocks and cosmetics can then be added afterwards. Treatment usually lasts between 60 and 90 days, but longer maybe needed for larger or older scars”.
Proper care for C-section scars prevention
Everyone’s body is different. Some people tend to scar more heavily after an injury or surgery. However, with proper care, you can give yourself a better chance of keeping scarring to a minimum, according to WebMD:
Keep it clean. Always follow your surgeon’s instructions for caring for your incision. Infection not only puts your health at risk, but it can also make scarring worse. Keep the area clean and follow instructions for dressing and caring for your stitches.
Don’t stress your incision. Moving around, bending, and twisting can put stress on your incision, making it heal slower and potentially scar more heavily. Take time to rest and let things heal before you get back to your daily routine.
Care for your body. Stay hydrated and eat a healthy diet after your C-section. Keeping your body healthy is the best way to heal from surgery quickly.