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Had laparascopic hernia repair (mesh) two days ago. late this afternoon my scrotum swelling increased greatly as did the discoloration. emergency?
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Would seek eval: Would seek medical evaluation quickly.
Answered 3/24/2014
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Yes: I feel that it's important to get checked as soon as possible and going to the er may be the quickest way. The doctors there may contact your surgeon or his covering surgeon after they evaluate you.
Answered 9/29/2016
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