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A member asked:
I'm 3wks post op laparscopic and my incision opened up. its a lot pus coming out. am n pain. should i go to the er?
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See below: Yes go to the er and call your surgeon to tell him that you are going to the er with these symptoms. Your wound may need to be opened up, drained, and cultured.
Answered 1/13/2015
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