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A member asked:
Surgery wound split 1 week ago. swelling/pain was gone and it closed but now it has begun to hurt and swell. not red, but bruised & peeling. is it ok?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Have it checked: Wound separation after surgery is called wound dehiscense. Besides a less than ideal scar, the wound may become contaminated when it opens. Wound healing may occur with the upper layers of skin healing, but may still develop an abscess deep in the tissues. I would recommend that you notify your surgeon, as the pain and swelling may represent early signs of infection.
Answered 2/11/2015
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Swelling: The swelling and some pain still expected. I am glad you do not have a fever. I hope you have a follow up appointment with you surgeon.
Answered 2/2/2015
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Need to be seen: You should see your surgeon again as soon as possible. You may have a collection of fluid or blood in the wound site
Answered 2/2/2015
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