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Piece of Thread from Stitches Left After Rhinoplasty

asked 3 years ago by Meeme in Orlando, Fl, USA
Latest answer by Sam Speron, MD
Question viewed 4,044 times
Tags: nose, stitches

I had the stitches removed two days ago and I am afraid the doctor left a piece of thread inside the scar tissue. On the scar there is a little see-through black/blue dot; exactly where there was a suture point.

What could happen if he left a piece of thread inside? They were not self-dissolvable stitches.

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4 answers to Piece of Thread from Stitches Left After Rhinoplasty

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It is possible.

See your surgeon and he can tell you if it is there or just a blood crust. It will do no harm until it is removed. 
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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It could be stitch left after Rhinoplasty

Hi, Thank you for your question. It is possible that there was a stitch left behind. See your plastic surgeon, and he will be able to tell you if it is a stitch or something else. It will most likely not do any harm, but any time there is a foreign object left in the body, there could be a chance of infection. It is best to check with your surgeon to be safe. Best regards.
Sam Speron, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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No worries!

These stitches rarely cause any harm whatsoever. When you get a chance, go back to the surgeon for him/her to remove. If you dont, it will likely work its way out on its own.
Patrick Byrne, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Recovery

Make an appointment to see your surgeon. It is possible that there is a small piece of suture buried in the skin. This is easily removed in the office. Most likely the suture will work its way out on its own, but any foreign body can potentially become infected over time if left in place.
C. Spencer Cochran, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.rhinoplasty-usa.com

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