If one stitch popped open, what should I do?

August 5, 2015
Asked By:breanna0408 in Allen Park, MI

If one stitch popped open and I had the surgery down far away from home what should I do. I can I repair it my self.it's one of my side stitches where my hip is. I think it ripped from tryins to get on and off my bed

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August 24, 2018

Answer: What to do if one stitch pops open?

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Answer: Let your surgeon know

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April 3, 2018

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August 5, 2015

Answer: One stitch popped open

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August 5, 2015

Answer: One stitch popped open

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July 8, 2017

Answer: Wash the area and keep clean.

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July 8, 2017

Answer: Wash the area and keep clean.

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August 5, 2015

Answer: Stitch popped

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August 5, 2015

Answer: Stitch popped

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