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Recently had umbilical hernia surgery,2 days later developed rash around affected area, it spread somewhat to my arms and legs, can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine)?

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Dr. David Rosenthal answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

See surgeon : It could be an infection if it is warm and red. Contact your surgeon.

Answered 9/9/2016

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