The c-section was 2 years ago. Healed fine. The laparotomy was done as an emergency to remove an ectopic pregnancy- the Dr. wound up having to take a fallopian tube and an ovary because it ruptured. Physically, I feel fine, but what's up with the incision? It's got a horrible smell, but it's been this way all along- it's from the drainage. I don't think it's infection. I know I've seen the Dr at least 4 times and been concerned every time (it's infected, the stiches have ruptured, etc.). But he always says "it's fine- just put powder on it". So I have been putting powder, and then all it does is get all pasty. I started swimming a couple of weeks ago, with my Dr's permission, in my own swimming pool. At first, I thought that might get it all cleaned out with the chlorine, but now I think maybe it's delaying the healing even more. After 6 weeks, should this cut still be open, red, puffy, and oozing? Why does my Dr. say it's ok? I do shower every day, and wash with a mild soap. What's up
2006-07-10
10:33:46
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