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What Would It Feel Like if I Pulled a Stitch Inside?

asked 3 months ago by stacisa in fairview, nj
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: feel, pulled, stitches

I had a fullTT done 16 days ago and I think I may have done too much too soon. Just wondering if i would feel much pain or bleeding or excessive swelling if i pulled something inside?

1 answer to What Would It Feel Like if I Pulled a Stitch Inside?

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Tummy Tuck and Suture Disruption?

Thank you for the question. Generally, it would take significant pressure/strain to break a stitch used for abdominal wall muscle plication during tummy tuck surgery. If this were the case for you you might experience pain, a “popping” sound/sensation, swelling etc. Most surgeons use numerous sutures and possibly 2 layers to reapproximate the rectus muscles. If this was the case for you, then breaking a single stitch will likely... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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