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Can i wash my perineum after minor surgery?

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Ask doctor: who performed the surgery. If this is not possible, generally, yes.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/27/2015

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