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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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Dr. David Sneid answered

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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A member asked:

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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Sneid answered

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