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I had a c section 6 years ago, healed fine, in the last week my scar has gone red and inflamed its hurts to stand is hot and has puss on it?
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The scar is infected: You need to see a MD ASAP as the scar is infected and needs either surgical drainage and/or antibiotics.
Answered 8/28/2016
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