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Why am I still spitting stitches ? How can this be Prevented ?

sun1965
Had breast lift and reduction over 7 months ago . I have been sitting stitches every few months . The right breast more . In the beginning I even got a staff infection from the spitting stitch . Now I know when they are coming and clean the area well . Help because they are making my scars thicker and wider . Thanks some much

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