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I had stitches removed & tape placed. the tape fell off and there is white underneath the cut and yellowish pus coming out. is this normal or infected?

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Dr. Edward Hirsch answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Either: If it is not thick and light straw colored, it is probably just serous fluid. If it is thick, creamy and yellow, then you should go back and see the doctor. It may just need to be cleaned or you may need antibiotics.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 9/14/2017

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