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I had the staples removed from my c-section a few days ago and around the area where they used to be is crusty & dry. why? what to do?
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Healing: Your skin is healing from your surgery. Use of soap and water, gently may help remove the crust and keep your incision clean. A soap such as dial is a good choice.
Answered 4/5/2013
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