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Had partial thyroidectomy 3 days ago and have a very itchy rash around incision site--feels like prickly heat, not on any meds, why? what can i do?
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See you doctor: It could be a reaction to the skin preparation chemicals used to sterilize the skin before surgery, but check w/your doctor to make sure.
Answered 4/9/2013
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