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Neck and back surgery on 8-30 5" incision on back is swelling around healed incision and is causing black brusing n severe pain swelling is hard ?
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Get checked: I would certainly let your surgeon know immediately. Postoperative seroma, spinal fluid leak, and a deep infection are among the diagnostic possibilities. Be checked immediately.
Answered 3/30/2023
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