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I had gallbladder out in july and i have a small bumpy itchy rash around the incisions...any idea what it could be?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See surgeon: Check with surgeon as to whether there is a suture left behind (if non-absorbable). Are you using any topical preparation on the area? If so, you have be allergic to it.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 8/30/2017

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A member asked:

I had gallbladder out in july and i have a small bumpy itchy rash around the incisions...any idea what it could be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Raff agreed

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