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Infected Stitches After Lipoma Removal From Inner Thigh? (photo)

September 6, 2012
Asked By:Ninaa

I had a lipoma removed from my inner thigh last week ,Could you please advise if the below dissolvable stitches are infected and should i visit the Doctor , he's travelling now , is it urgent ?

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Answer: Infected wound

Samir Shureih, MD
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Answer: Infected wound

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