dissovable stitches
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I b have dissovable stitches in posterior wound. The nurse checked the wound and said i could take the dessings off today which i have done. I ran my hand along the LONG cut line and i can feel the stitches. Im 16 days post op. How long do they take to dissolve . Alsob I have another 1 stitch hole. The nurse said she couldn't see a stitch so didnt bother with ut. After my shower while drying i found a stitch. Do i go to the doc for removal or do i do it
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elizabeth_76546 sassybees
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Hailea sassybees
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Wat ever you do DO NOT remove your stitches yourself. they will fall off when they are ready. If you think you need your wound looking at go to you doctors surgery and see the nurse there. you shouls not really be getting the wound wet while you still have stiches because infection can enter through the holes where the stiches are..
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boysim34 sassybees
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Kikeena sassybees
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mark_s sassybees
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I get my staples out tomorrow, Monday 28th, got 26 closing the incision together.
If you're not happy with anything about your THR then I think it would be wise to visit your doctor, even if it's just to put your mind at ease.
Best wishes in your recovery,
Mark
boysim34 sassybees
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