Can I Apply Topical Antibiotic On The Scar Left By Appendectomy?
I have a 20 year old appendectomy scar that looks like its slightly infected and appears to be draining. It smells! Unfortunately, I am overweight and the scar is in the "fold" of my belly so I know it doesn't get the air it should to stay dry and healthy. Can I apply a topical antibiotic such as Neosporin and maybe hydrogen peroxide to keep it clean, cover it with gauze and let it be? Or would you suggest some oral antibiotics?
HI Thank for asking to HCM I really appreciate your concern looking to your history given here I could say rather I would like to advise you that ne need to apply any antibiotic local preparation on the surgical scar this is not needed if the wound is healed and sealed then no need to worry about this, hope this information helps you, have a nice day.
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Can I Apply Topical Antibiotic On The Scar Left By Appendectomy?
HI Thank for asking to HCM I really appreciate your concern looking to your history given here I could say rather I would like to advise you that ne need to apply any antibiotic local preparation on the surgical scar this is not needed if the wound is healed and sealed then no need to worry about this, hope this information helps you, have a nice day.