Post Eyelid Surgery: Had Stitches Removed Twice and Some Still Remain

May 12, 2011
Asked By:jstuart in Pensacola, FL

Should I go back again if I still see some stitches. I'm concerned that I'll have permanent scaring if the stitches are not removed properly. I see blue thread.

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May 13, 2011

Answer: Yes of course go back.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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May 13, 2011

Answer: Yes of course go back.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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October 31, 2015

Answer: Remove sutures

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October 31, 2015

Answer: Remove sutures

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January 16, 2012

Answer: Blue eyelid sutures

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 16, 2012

Answer: Blue eyelid sutures

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May 14, 2011

Answer: Definitely have sutures re-removed

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May 14, 2011

Answer: Definitely have sutures re-removed

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May 14, 2011

Answer: Stitch left?

May 14, 2011

Answer: Stitch left?