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4days ago, merge was 5hr wait, so he waited til today. no stitches, did bleed 2days, with movement. xray today, no drain.2nd day swelled least a 1" ?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Watch for infection: Agree with above, but it does sound like wound was never closed and now 4 days later there is some swelling. X ray apparently ok. No drainage from wound.>>>>>Biggest risk from, I assume, an open wound is infection. Would advise to be seen by physician if any signs of infection: drainage, increased pain and swelling in area, redness and warmth of surrounding skin or having an oral temp >99F/37.2C

Answered 9/28/2016

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