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3 weeks post carpal tunnel surgery. noticed small amounts of clear fluid seeping out of the wound. is this normal? area around incision is bumpy. itchy as well. currently using mercurochrome to dry the wound.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Normal: If fever or purulent drainage be seen. The serous drainage is common with healing.

Answered 3/23/2022

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