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Surgery query
I had an open surgery on 01.11.19...Surgery name- Proctectomy+IPAA+Covering loop ileostomy.32 clips has been used...15 staples has been removed(alternate clip removal)while 17 are still there..After the removal of the clip I could notice some kind of discharge near navel area...I'm doing regular dressing at home with betadine solution but still its coming..Is it normal?If no then kindly tell what to do?
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Ur wound is infected.Avoid water on it
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keep ur dry wound
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Your wound is infected see your doctor immediately.
They will give you a sterile patch to put on it for some days , keep it dry no water on it .
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Dr. Neelam Sharma (PT)
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13 yrs exp
Noida
Clearly infected...consult your surgeon
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