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I had a lap appendectomy two months ago and when i try to do push-ups, it hurts one of my scars. is this normal? should i give it time to heal?

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Scars: Can be tender for many months. What you describe is normal.

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/2/2014

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