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The skin from a wound after surgery seems to be growing over on of the staples. do i need to have it seen to immediately, or should i wait for the removal date.
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Call: Follow the instructions given to you, but you can also call the doctor and let him/her know.
Answered 3/13/2020
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Skin: This should not be a problem. If redness or pustular drainage that would be a reason to be seen sooner.
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