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Back to hospital, could it just be the infection where they stitched up my laceration.. help?
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Signs Infection: Any cut, abrasion, incision or laceration can become infected. The symptoms include, redness, swelling, pain and possibly drainage of purulent material. Re-evaluation by your physician should be done urgently.
Answered 6/11/2018
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