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Can incision get infected 4 weeks after surgery?
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Yes, but unlikely: A majority of the infections happen at the 7-10 day time frame.
Answered 9/16/2013
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Incision: Not very common if the incision is closed. If the inside sutures are spitting or being expelled by the body , there is that possiblity of infection.
Answered 12/30/2013
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