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C section stiches
Hi, my sister has done an c section operation around 10 days ago and in one of the stitches the yellow color liquid is coming out of it and paining. is it normal to be like that and when to consult a doctor?
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Keep the wound clean
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Consult doctor in case of fever or pain at site of surgery
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As you are describing its yellow colour liquid with pain, it can be pus collection causing Surgical site infection.
You should visit her operating doctor; she may require 1 or 2 stitch removal and drainage of the collection, followed by regular dressing.
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Check is she having any fever?
Maintain proper hygiene at stitch site.
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Please consult your doctor
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