1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. General Surgery

  4. Surgery wound. Any ointment over there?

Surgery wound

2022-08-30 14:22:50
I had a surgery on 22nd August...There is continous leak from spot where drain was kept,bandage is getting wet...My surgeon is out of station and I'm unable to contact him..Do I need to apply any ointment over there?Please help me..Kindly reply
98 Views

Answers (4)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Nothing to worry...it will heal by its own...wash with water and soap

Answered2022-08-31 15:10:08

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+132
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Consult Now
Kindly consult a surgeon online on practo

Answered2022-08-30 19:07:51

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Nothing to worry. Wash with soap and water and Keep it clean... It will heal in 2-3 days... You can apply mepilex dressing over it for 2-3 days

Answered2022-08-30 14:43:26

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Since when drain is removed? Any pain/ fever?
Next Steps
Connect with a call for better discussion regarding management

Answered2022-08-30 14:40:29

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Jaw Surgeries for a Proportional Face

Dr.N Srinivas

It may take more than a new smile to help you look your very best.Having a great smile is undoubtedly an asset, regardle ... Read more

Breast Cancer Surgery

Dr.Hemant Goyal

Many women in india suffering from breast cancer could not afford or avail the 3D digital mammogram with Tomosynthesis a ... Read more

Do I Have Appendicitis? Do I Need Surgery?

Dr.Maruthesh Gowda

First thing we need to understand is that appendicitis is an surgical emergency. When treated appropriately complication ... Read more

Endoscopic Ear Surgeries

Dr.Kamal Goyal

As most open abdominal surgeries are replaced by minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries, similarly commonly done ear ... Read more

Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeries

Dr.Parthasarathi Dutta Roy

Being beautiful and charming is very important in every stage of today’s life. Most of people become upset for not recei ... Read more

How to Prepare for Breast Cancer Surgery?

Dr.Pranjali Gadgil

The days of a wait between biopsy to surgery can be frustrating. Use this time to prepare yourself for the surgery. If y ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Itchy anus and liquid leak after surgery

3721 Views
I had hemorrhoids and fissure removed last week now when ever I use the washroom I feel very embarrassed ...Read More

Surgery wound is not getting healed

3648 Views
Perianal abscess Surgery wound is not getting healed even after 6 weeks. Puss is still getting discharged ...Read More

Fistula open surgery wound healing

1020 Views
I am 34 year old male i am underwent fistula open surgery last month . I want to know which ointment is b ...Read More

Fistula surgery wound healing

443 Views
I had fistuletomy surgery with ILS 40 days back. My stools were usually bulky and a bit hard. Due to this ...Read More

Pain in healed surgery wound

388 Views
I had anal abscess drainage 3 months back. The wound is located 1 cm away from anal verve at 6'0 clock po ...Read More

Fistula surgery wound healing

357 Views
I had a fistuletomy about 50 days back. The wound is still not healing. Every 10-12 days, i have bleeding ...Read More

Gluteal Absecess Wound Surgery

79 Views
Gluteal Absecess Surgery was done in june 2020 wound is healimg by secondary process now culture report a ...Read More

Wound after surgery

45 Views
I had undergone gynaecomastia surgery successfully. But the hole made for it was not completely cured. It ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.