Why Aren't Open Wounds Re-stitched? (Breast Surgery)

April 9, 2013
Asked By:pearltx in Austin, TX

I have an open wound post-op from my breast lift. My doc says let it be; reading stories here, it seems many other ladies are told the same thing. Why isn't stitching it closed done? It heals fine without it? It won't work so many days after the initial surgery? Of course I trust my doctor but I'm still curious.

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