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What Causes A Painful Sore Near The Surgical Scar On The Abdomen?

I m concerned about my boyfriend s health. 10 years ago, my boyfriend underwent dialysis and liver failure, sepsis, comatose, and nearly died. He had a major surgery on his abdomen, although I don t know the details of this. His survival rate was very low. It was all due to undiagnosed diabetes and drinking too much. Now, he manages his diabetes pretty well. However, a few days ago he noticed a boil near his scar on his abdomen from the surgery. He also said it was hurting and that the scar was scabbing and looking infected. He went to instacare and they tested him for MRSA. He is still waiting on the results but gave him a strong dose of antibiotics in the meantime. He s been resting the past few days. Earlier today he asked me to come by and said he missed me. I picked up some food for him and headed over. The back door, which is usually unlocked was locked, so I knocked loudly a few times on the door. I also called and texted and no response. I started getting worried that something had happened. Should I be worried, or is he most likely in a deep sleep? I was being pretty loud ringing the doorbell and knocking because I was starting to panic and wanted to make sure he s okay. I left voicemails saying to call when he wakes up, which was 3 hours ago.
Thu, 13 Feb 2020
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Hello,

It may be due to infection. For that you may require complete hemogram, discharge culture after surgeon consultation. You may require antibiotics after consultation. Do regular dressing. Maintain proper hygiene. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen.

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

Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
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What Causes A Painful Sore Near The Surgical Scar On The Abdomen?

Hello, It may be due to infection. For that you may require complete hemogram, discharge culture after surgeon consultation. You may require antibiotics after consultation. Do regular dressing. Maintain proper hygiene. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician