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Fluid Blister near TT incision... (photos)

butterfly910Mar 28, 2015
I had my standard TT 8 days ago... feel great, easy recovery so far, but I just noticed a fluid blister near the middle of my incision. It doesnt hurt. I do feel occasional tugging from that incision area, but its mild (been off meds since 6th day). I have a Drs appt in 3 days, can this wait until I see him or should I call the on call line now?

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Dr. Sameer Karkhanis, MS, DNB
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Dr. Scott D. Holley, MD, FACS
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Dr. Peter Kreymerman, MD, FACS
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Dr. Rachel Streu, MD, FACS
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Dr. William J. Koenig, MD (retired)
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