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A member asked:

I had a laparoscopic surgery 2 weeks ago and my belly button incision hasn't healed, it is white but no infection. what should i do for it to heal?

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Don't worry: Will heal in wk or so , just wash with soap and water and place a dry dressing and call your surgeon for a follow up visit , you will be fine.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 11/9/2020

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