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Suggest Remedy For Red, Long, Infected Abdominal Scar

I have an old, long, abdominal scar that has recently become red and infected in part of it. When I realized it was infected I began to apply peroxide and neosporin twice daily keeping it covered. The infection has improved but is still there, it is still red, the wound is still open and after six weeks is now not improving. Any suggestions?
Wed, 28 May 2014
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Hi,
Welcome to HCM!

Sorry to hear about your problem.

Since your scar is infected, merely applying the lotion/powder on it won't suffice. You will have to take an oral antibiotic course.
The wound may require closure again and hence, I'd suggest you to visit your treating doctor and get it sutured again. Also, it will need proper dressing.

Also, I'd like you to get your blood sugar investigation done. A common cause of non-healing wounds and recurrent infection is Diabetes. Hence, it's bettr to rule it out.

Hope this information helps. Feel free to ask if you have any doubt.

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Warm regards,
Dr. Sridhar
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Suggest Remedy For Red, Long, Infected Abdominal Scar

Hi, Welcome to HCM! Sorry to hear about your problem. Since your scar is infected, merely applying the lotion/powder on it won t suffice. You will have to take an oral antibiotic course. The wound may require closure again and hence, I d suggest you to visit your treating doctor and get it sutured again. Also, it will need proper dressing. Also, I d like you to get your blood sugar investigation done. A common cause of non-healing wounds and recurrent infection is Diabetes. Hence, it s bettr to rule it out. Hope this information helps. Feel free to ask if you have any doubt. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Warm regards, Dr. Sridhar