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Is cellulitis common with mastoidectomy surgery?
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Peculiar question: Wonder why you are asking? If you have had surgery, you may want to discuss any concerns with your surgeon.
Answered 2/11/2014
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Not common: Cellulitis is infection. Red, tender, swollen. Needs antibiotics. Post-op swelling is normal. Needs no treatment.
Answered 1/9/2014
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