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I had a hernia operation about 10 weeks ago. i just noticed a blood blister on the incision site. i also have a raised temperature (38.5 celcius).

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Call surgeon: This is not expected at 10 weeks and you may well have an infection at or near the incision site. Contact the surgeon immediately.

Answered 6/16/2016

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A member asked:

I had a hernia operation about 10 weeks ago. i just noticed a blood blister on the incision site. i also have a raised temperature (38.5 celcius).

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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