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I had a emergency appendectomy also a umbilical hernia removed 9 days ago. incision sealed with glue. when can i take a bath? how long wait for sex?

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Discuss w surgeon: These are questions that should be a part of your post operative care instructions. Ask your surgeon if the instructions were not clear.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 5/12/2021

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