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Does Circumcision Cause Pus Formation?
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My son is 5 years old and underwent circumcision 3 weeks back. I saw pus in the operated area yesterday and took him to the doctor. The doctor has prescribed Syrup Phexin and Neosporin (for local application). May I know why my son is getting infected after 3 Weeks? Thanks.
My son is 5 years old and underwent circumcision 3 weeks back. I saw pus in the operated area yesterday and took him to the doctor. The doctor has prescribed Syrup Phexin and Neosporin (for local application). May I know why my son is getting infected after 3 Weeks? Thanks.
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Hello
Thanks for query.
Your five years old son has undergone surgery of circumcision 3 weeks back and has developed infection at the site of suture line .
It is not uncommon to get infection of the circumcision wound .It does happen once in a while and nothing to be worried about it.
It is mainly due to tissue reaction to suture material used to suture the skin .
Please continue taking medicines prescribed by your physician
Thanks for query.
Your five years old son has undergone surgery of circumcision 3 weeks back and has developed infection at the site of suture line .
It is not uncommon to get infection of the circumcision wound .It does happen once in a while and nothing to be worried about it.
It is mainly due to tissue reaction to suture material used to suture the skin .
Please continue taking medicines prescribed by your physician
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