I went to my 4 week check a few days early as I was still experiencing pain when the nurse checked my she found that none of my stitches had dissolved she had to take them all out and one side and having to put an iodine strips on and dress every day! Will it be ok the nurse told me not to worry but I'm very swore and keep having time off work. Lucy
Answer: Dissolving stitches Thanks for your question! Your situation (dissolving sutures not dissolving) is quite common. The nurse was right to remove them. The only risk is "track marks" on either side of the scar, but there is no risk of infection or to your breast implant. Hope that helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Dissolving stitches Thanks for your question! Your situation (dissolving sutures not dissolving) is quite common. The nurse was right to remove them. The only risk is "track marks" on either side of the scar, but there is no risk of infection or to your breast implant. Hope that helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Dissolving sutures Although it is hard to be super specific without knowing what was specifically done in closing your incision - I would take great solace in the fact that the nurse was not concerned about the appearance of your incision. Of note, most dissolving sutures take significantly longer than 4 weeks to dissolve. Some sutures, typically with the word "gut" in their name, will dissolve faster, however. Definitely keep in touch with your plastic surgeon! Best of luck!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Dissolving sutures Although it is hard to be super specific without knowing what was specifically done in closing your incision - I would take great solace in the fact that the nurse was not concerned about the appearance of your incision. Of note, most dissolving sutures take significantly longer than 4 weeks to dissolve. Some sutures, typically with the word "gut" in their name, will dissolve faster, however. Definitely keep in touch with your plastic surgeon! Best of luck!
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July 4, 2018
Answer: Stiches not Dissolving It is very important if your stitches are externally or internally placed? Absorbable stitches are usually placed internally (hidden inside the skin) so you should not even see them and know when they are absorbed. On the other hand, externally placed stitches are intended to be removed. Whatever the case, having them removed is the correct procedure to prevent visible scars. You should be alright.
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Answer: Stiches not Dissolving It is very important if your stitches are externally or internally placed? Absorbable stitches are usually placed internally (hidden inside the skin) so you should not even see them and know when they are absorbed. On the other hand, externally placed stitches are intended to be removed. Whatever the case, having them removed is the correct procedure to prevent visible scars. You should be alright.
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May 31, 2018
Answer: Suture removal following breast augmentation Thanks for your queryNow the sutures have been trimmed I am sure everything will settle down nicely. Adhere to your surgeon's recommendation with wound care and massage of scars over the next few weeks and monthsGood luck!
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Answer: Suture removal following breast augmentation Thanks for your queryNow the sutures have been trimmed I am sure everything will settle down nicely. Adhere to your surgeon's recommendation with wound care and massage of scars over the next few weeks and monthsGood luck!
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July 14, 2019
Answer: Dissolvable sutures didn't dissolve This tends to happen on occasion, particularly when a portion of the dissolvable sutures remains above the skin or a knot works its way through the incision. It generally is not a problem and can be easily taken care of by clipping the portion of suture that is visible. Occassionally, there can be some irritation around the site of the stitch. Typically, dissolvable sutures used for skin closure take 4-6 weeks to begin degrading so it is not abnormal to see these on your exam. We recommend keeping your provider aware of the issue and follow their recommendations for wound care.
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Answer: Dissolvable sutures didn't dissolve This tends to happen on occasion, particularly when a portion of the dissolvable sutures remains above the skin or a knot works its way through the incision. It generally is not a problem and can be easily taken care of by clipping the portion of suture that is visible. Occassionally, there can be some irritation around the site of the stitch. Typically, dissolvable sutures used for skin closure take 4-6 weeks to begin degrading so it is not abnormal to see these on your exam. We recommend keeping your provider aware of the issue and follow their recommendations for wound care.
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