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I have a sore (oozing slightly) on an old surgical scar that began as a blister. it has been over a month and hasn't healed. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Non healing sore: Since it is a month would have it checked out and is an infection risk. May be a fistula. Follow up with doctor/ surgeon.

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Answered 1/19/2015

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A member asked:

I have a sore (oozing slightly) on an old surgical scar that began as a blister. it has been over a month and hasn't healed. should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Dr Fisher and 2 doctors agreed

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