Suggest Treatment For Redness At Incision Site Post A Hysterectomy

Posted on Sun, 21 Feb 2016

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Sun, 21 Feb 2016 Answered on

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Question : I had a hysterectomy 15 years ago. Now all of the sudden the incision site is red. It looks like a rash or something.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Details required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
I would like to know whether you have pain or itch in this rash ?
When you touch the rash is there any tenderness ?
Answer the above so I can help you better.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (5 minutes later)

There is tenderness and slight itching. Not sure it's a rash. Could it be a hernia?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the follow up.
It's looking like fungal infection.
You can try ointment clotrimazole.
It is to be used twice a day and is safe and effective.
It's not looking like hernia as there is no bulge however it will be better to get an ultrasound done.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (44 minutes later)

Can I buy this ointment over the counter or do I get a prescription? Should I see a doctor?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Available over the counter

Detailed Answer:
Hello
This cream is generally available over the counter.
Please check with your chemist.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Naveen Kumar