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Would a ct scan detect a laparoscopic hernia? 1out4 of my incisions are painful. there is a bump like a bee sting under the red scar. no puss.

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Dr. David Earle
Dr. David Earleanswered
General Surgery 31 years experience
Call your surgeon : If you have recently had a laparoscopic her is repair of some sort, and have a red incision, you should be seen in your surgeon's office today. Call them first thing this morning. Hope this helps !
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