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Is osteomyelitis contagious? if im not the one with the disease and i have a small open sore from a surgery on the stomach would i be at risk

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Yes, but not very: contagious. After you come in contact with the person with osteomyelitis, you should wash your hands before you touch your abdominal area.

Answered 8/15/2016

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A member asked:

Is osteomyelitis contagious? if im not the one with the disease and i have a small open sore from a surgery on the stomach would i be at risk

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

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