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What Causes White And Creamy Discharge From Surgical Wound?

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Posted on Sat, 1 Aug 2015
Question: Today I have white discharge from a surgery done 3 days ago. I went to hospital yesterday and they said it was ok. I'm concerned. What is it? I have pictures
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (26 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Infected wound if creamy white discharge

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

If the discharge is white and creamy then it indicates infected wound. Proper wound care including topical antiseptics and antibiotics ( both oral and topical ) should be advised for adequate healing. If the discharge is clear and transparent then its most likely serous fluid which is expected after surgery and will subside in about a week. If it persists then the fluid should be sent for culture sensitivity testing.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.

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Dr. M.S. Khalil
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What Causes White And Creamy Discharge From Surgical Wound?

Brief Answer: Infected wound if creamy white discharge Detailed Answer: Hello and Welcome I appreciate your concern If the discharge is white and creamy then it indicates infected wound. Proper wound care including topical antiseptics and antibiotics ( both oral and topical ) should be advised for adequate healing. If the discharge is clear and transparent then its most likely serous fluid which is expected after surgery and will subside in about a week. If it persists then the fluid should be sent for culture sensitivity testing. Wishing you best of health Thanks Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action. For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107 Dr. M.S. Khalil