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I have a stab wound. happened 12 days ago. it has been stapled. recently it has been itching. why is this? have an appointment in 2 days for check up

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Dr. Mark Lubienski answered

Normal: Itching around a wound is a normal symptom of healing. As long as no fever or drainage or excessive redness around wound you are probably experiencing normal healing

Answered 9/20/2018

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A member asked:

I have a stab wound. happened 12 days ago. it has been stapled. recently it has been itching. why is this? have an appointment in 2 days for check up

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Lubienski answered

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