I am having a revision for a small "dog ear" on my hip. How long do I have to wait to submerge in water?

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I am having a revision for a small "dog ear" on my hip. The doctor is using local to numb and revise. My question is-How long do I have to wait to submerge in water? Lakes? Oceans? Pools/hot tubs?

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

thanks for your question.The area of the incisions needs to completely heal prior to submerging in the water.Best wishes

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Your surgeon will give you specific instructions. I would advise no swimming for two weeks.  Good luck!

William T. Stoeckel, MD · Answer

It all depends upon if you heal normally or not. I would typically remove the sutures 1 week after the revision and then allow submersion in water 1 week later as long as the healing process was progressing normally. I might suggest waiting to get into a hot tub for about 1 month.

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