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If it think a cut/wound i got on my four week post op surgical site is infected should i go to my surgeon or family dr. and how long should i wait?
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Either: You need to see a doctor and it does not matter which one. Go soon, as wound infections can get out of control very quickly.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Get checked: If there is a question of infection, go back to the surgeon, would not wait any longer. Symptoms of an infection include redness, swelling, pain, the incision splitting open, draining fluid, fever, and enlarged lymph nodes in the area
Answered 2/3/2018
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