I had ectropion surgery on both eyelids. How long before stitches dissolve. Been 3 weeks.

October 1, 2016
Asked By:tarsalstrip in Minneapolis, MN

Can I wait until spring to see if stitches have desolved. Going away for winter. Had ectropion surgery 3 weeks ago.

Answers (2)

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October 2, 2016

Answer: Yes, these sutures needed to come out 2 weeks ago.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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October 2, 2016

Answer: Yes, these sutures needed to come out 2 weeks ago.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
October 2, 2016

Answer: Dissolving stitches?

October 2, 2016

Answer: Dissolving stitches?

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