Is it normal to have puss from belly button and fever after removing gallbladder?
Patient: Hi, I had my gallbladder removed on 5/1/14 through the belly button. I am still in a lot of pain especially on the left side of the belly button and it goes all the way to my back. Puss was coming out of the belly button and I have been taking antibiotic for 2 days. I started having a low grade fever today. Is that normal? Should I go to the ER? Doctor: Dear Friend, greetings from HCM. I understand your concern . i think you underwent laperoscopic cholectstecromy. Pus and fever really indicates infection . you need to take stronger anti biotics please meet your surgeon and get the prescription. Might need culture and sensitivity of the pus. But better you meet your surgeon. And get final opinion from him . Thanks a lot and do contact us for more questions.