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Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Navel Near A Surgery Incision

Hi I have had a keyhole surgery done and tomorrow it s my 8th day since it was done my belly button stitches are sticking out and is causing pain and burning sensation what do I do ?? And how long will it take them to dissolve or fall off?? Thanks Rozeena
posted on Fri, 1 Jul 2016
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Hello,

I think you should go to visit the surgeon who performed the surgery. Possibly the wound may be infected. You should have used antibiotics after the procedure to prevent infection.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Navel Near A Surgery Incision

Hello, I think you should go to visit the surgeon who performed the surgery. Possibly the wound may be infected. You should have used antibiotics after the procedure to prevent infection. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician