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Post-surgical complications can occur even weeks after laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. While your doctor has prescribed antibiotics which is the appropriate treatment, it's good that you're keeping the area clean and covered. The fact that they used dissolvable stitches means there could be some residual material Show Full Answer

Post-surgical complications can occur even weeks after laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. While your doctor has prescribed antibiotics which is the appropriate treatment, it's good that you're keeping the area clean and covered. The fact that they used dissolvable stitches means there could be some residual material working its way out, which sometimes appears like a whitehead.

Recovery from endometriosis surgery varies for each person. Some MyEndometriosisTeam members report various healing experiences even several weeks post-surgery. The important thing is that you're under medical supervision and taking the prescribed antibiotics. Continue following your doctor's instructions and watch for any signs of worsening infection such as:
• Increased redness or warmth around the incision
• Spreading of the affected area
• Fever
• Increased pain
• Unusual discharge

If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider right away.

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