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8 days after shoulder arthroscopy,hard lump next to main incision,tender to touch,burning pain even without touch.normal?what is it? should i worry?
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Suture abscess: This could be a suture dissolving or this could be a suture abscess (infected suture) the latter sounds more likely give the description, please call your orthopedist, inform them and ask for a follow up appointment.
Answered 4/30/2015
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