A female asked:
how can i tell if my hysterectomy incision is infected?
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Dr. Jack Tubbs answered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 35 years experience
Infection: If the incision is red (especially redness extending out from the incision) swollen, or draining i would suspect infection. Of course elevated temperature and increasing pain are also worrisome signs.
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