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3rd lumbar surgery, 2nd fusion, in 2 years. this time staples used instead of stitches. my pain is much greater @ incision. could from staples & why?

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Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

Unlikely from staple: Closure but may be more related to fact of revision surgery thru scar tissues or other related reasons to your underlying spine diagnosis but could also be sign of early infection so should monitor any change in wound such as redness or warmth or drainage as well as development of fevers, chills or sweats.

Answered 8/7/2020

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A member asked:

3rd lumbar surgery, 2nd fusion, in 2 years. this time staples used instead of stitches. my pain is much greater @ incision. could from staples & why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

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