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Could The Red Flush On Cheeks Be A Sign Of Infection?
my 16 year old daughter is 6 days post surgery (tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy). Needless to say, she's miserable. Barely tolerating swallowing water, but I've noticed a bright red flush to her cheek(s) depending on what side she's sleeping on. Is this normal or could it be sign of infection? Thank you.
Tue, 26 Apr 2016
Hello ,
Welcome to healthcare magic.com and thanks for sharing your concern with us.
As you mentioned that these red flushes are dependent on which side she's sleeping on so Such red flush are just contact reaction due to slleping position which is not of much clinical significance and will resolve on its own . If any fever , pain , swelling , warmth around area develops then contact your healthcare providers .
I wish you good health.
Best Regards,
DR.S.TOMAR
Welcome to healthcare magic.com and thanks for sharing your concern with us.
As you mentioned that these red flushes are dependent on which side she's sleeping on so Such red flush are just contact reaction due to slleping position which is not of much clinical significance and will resolve on its own . If any fever , pain , swelling , warmth around area develops then contact your healthcare providers .
I wish you good health.
Best Regards,
DR.S.TOMAR
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