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As child i had a g-tube in my stomach but had it removed, now the hole looks red and inflamed and idk if it's a pimple or infection or something?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Needs to be seen: Just keep it clean and covered, and go to your doctor to be examined, good luck

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 3/28/2016

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A member asked:

As child i had a g-tube in my stomach but had it removed, now the hole looks red and inflamed and idk if it's a pimple or infection or something?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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