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I have an infection in the incisions on my belly button from gallbladder removal it is oozing puss and blood can i wait the two days until my scheduled appointment w surgeon ? also i have paid the $ but not receiving the services??

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Infected wound: if the incision is oozing pus it needs immediate attention

Dr Naghmi and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/31/2016

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