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What Causes Pus Discharge At The Site Of Gallbladder Removal?

i just had surgery, gallstone - about a month ago, within the last week or so I have had pus coming from the surgery...the one directly by where the gallbladder was removed, I called the doctor and he said that happens sometimes, I am concerned .what do you think
Mon, 23 Jul 2018
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The description you have given suggestive of wound infection. Nothing much to worry. You can start a short course of antibiotics preferably Amoxicillin Clavulanate combination for five to seven days. Clean the area with soap and water and apply topical antibiotic ointments like Mupirocin. Generally wound will heal in four to five days.
If the this discharge persist despite these, consult a general surgeon and get evaluated.

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What Causes Pus Discharge At The Site Of Gallbladder Removal?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The description you have given suggestive of wound infection. Nothing much to worry. You can start a short course of antibiotics preferably Amoxicillin Clavulanate combination for five to seven days. Clean the area with soap and water and apply topical antibiotic ointments like Mupirocin. Generally wound will heal in four to five days. If the this discharge persist despite these, consult a general surgeon and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.