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What Is The Reason For Skin On Chest To Be Red After Open Heart Surgery?
hi, I got a odd question. 5 months ago I had open heart surgery. I am doing great. But I notice my skin on my chest is red. I touch it lightly and leave a white finger print. I have check my oxygen level and its okay. I am now into light weight lifting also. again thanks for your help
Thu, 2 May 2019
Hello,
Perhaps it is a scar from surgery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
Perhaps it is a scar from surgery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
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