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3 weeks post op. I had an arm lift and my right armpit started leaking yellowish odorless discharge. Is this normal? (Photo)

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I recently noticed that my right arm pit started leaking yellowish odorless discharge and got a bit afraid. I asked my ps and he said it’s normal but last night I noticed that my wound is slightly bigger. Again I was advised to keep it clean and apply Platsul A to help with the healing but I am not sure if this requires a visit to the ER or not. Any suggestions, is this considered an open wound or is it part of the healing process?

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