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Is Pus Formation Due To An Infection After Gastric Bypass?
i had gastric bypass about 4 weeks ago i just noticed one of my insitions oozing a little bit of pus. I squeezed it and some more redish yellow pus came out but not too much. My skin is a little red and a little warm to the touch. Is my insition infected?
Mon, 5 May 2014
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It is possible that it is infected. Infections are characterised by redness, increased warmth, tenderness in the area, discharge.
Systemic symptoms such as fatigue, fever, decreased appetite, feeling unwell may also be present.
It would be best to visit your doctor for an assessment of the incision. Antibiotics may be needed.
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It is possible that it is infected. Infections are characterised by redness, increased warmth, tenderness in the area, discharge.
Systemic symptoms such as fatigue, fever, decreased appetite, feeling unwell may also be present.
It would be best to visit your doctor for an assessment of the incision. Antibiotics may be needed.
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