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I had open hernia surgery on 3/5/13 and then on 3/26/13 i contracted a sepsis abscess infection. and had a vac-pac until last week and now i am having pain underneath my left rib cage. ?
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See your doctor: In view of your history, i would see your doctor or surgeon to rule out a sub phrenic abscess or splenic infection youmight want to check in at an er since the weekend is coming up.
Answered 5/6/2013
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Contact your surgeon: I do not know the details of your hernia surgery, what type of hernia, mesh or not, etc. You need to contact your surgeon.
Answered 5/3/2013
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