A disturbing video circulating on social media has sparked concern after showing a Black man scratching an area of his body following gender-affirming surgery in the United States.
The man, who is reportedly an African content creator living in the US, is seen holding his phone in one hand while using the other hand to scratch the surgical area.
In the video, he appears to be in severe discomfort and can be heard expressing his pain. His actions have left many social media users concerned about what could be causing the intense discomfort after the procedure.
The footage has since attracted widespread reactions, with some people questioning whether the man could be experiencing a possible post-surgical complication.
Some social media users have speculated that the discomfort could be linked to an infection or another complication, while others have suggested that the surgical area may simply be experiencing irritation during the recovery process.
However, there is no confirmed medical information in the video establishing that the man has an infection or that the surgery was improperly performed.
Medical professionals generally advise people recovering from surgery to avoid scratching or disturbing a surgical site and to seek medical attention when they experience severe or unusual pain, swelling, discharge, fever or other concerning symptoms.
The video has nevertheless continued to generate debate online, with many viewers expressing sympathy for the man and questioning what might have caused the reported pain.
Watch the trending video below.