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What Causes Foul Smelling Drainage At The Incision Site On The Tailbone?
Brief Answer:
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
The foul smelling drainage is not normal and should be evaluated as soon as possible. This may be a sign of infection and your doctor will need to check to see if you may need a different antibiotic.
I suggest you see the physician who performed your procedure as soon as you can.
If you develop fevers, chills or progressive severe pain then we would suggest you go to your local ER for evaluation.
Suncerely,
Dr Galamaga
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
The foul smelling drainage is not normal and should be evaluated as soon as possible. This may be a sign of infection and your doctor will need to check to see if you may need a different antibiotic.
I suggest you see the physician who performed your procedure as soon as you can.
If you develop fevers, chills or progressive severe pain then we would suggest you go to your local ER for evaluation.
Suncerely,
Dr Galamaga
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