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Wounds. are appearing on old incision site. there was healthy skin then all of a sudden a hole. no puss just a hole and it's getting bigger.
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Wounds: Best for you to get the area evaluated if you see a hole starting to form where a previous wound was or previous surgery, etc. At times, these areas may be more at risk (than normal skin) or acquiring fistula formation. Best wishes.
Answered 2/10/2014
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Get evaluated: Depending on how long ago the incision was made, this could be inside normal recovery or a problem. Okay to get this wound evaluated. Okay to call your surgery team or your regular doctor. Be well.
Answered 2/11/2014
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