Is scar tissue painful

Generally no, but sometimes it can be.

It depends on the location of the scar tissue. If it is in a sensitive area, then it may be painful at times, but only slightly.

If you are experiencing a lot of pain associated with scar tissue, you should have it checked for infection by a doctor. He or she will prescribe you antibiotics to kill off the infection. This is also true if you are experiencing any type of fever concurrently.

Scar tissue from endometrial implants from endometriOSis can be rather painful also. This is one example of sensitive scar tissue that can cause pain and requires additional medication to control, including pain medication to relieve the pain. EndometriOSis cannot be cured, but it can be managed to a degree through medication and surgeries.

Scar tissue associated with post-surgery should not be painful after the surgery heals. If it is painful, this is a prime culprit of infection and needs to be evaluated by your doctor at a follow-up appointment or a quick visit to the ER.