A member asked:

Laparoscopic surgery on a perforated bowel 10 days ago. had dressings off today. had a shower and small amount of pus and discharge from bellybutton?

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Dr. Travis Kidner answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Local infection: You most likely have a wound infection from one of the port sites. Bring this to the attention of your surgeon. In most cases minor wound care will allow for this to heal.

Answered 9/30/2014

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