What course of action will I need to take for non-absorbable stitches causing discomfort in my perineum?

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I had a perineal and vaginoplasty performed in Turkey in 2019. I healed well, however after the swelling subsided, I realised that non-absorbable stitches were used. I am now having a lot of discomfort in my perinium area and one of the stitches is poking through my vaginal canal making intercourse impossible as it results in cuts to my husband's penis. Please advise me on what course of action I will need to take.

Cynthia McNally, MD · Answer

I think any board-certified gynecologist should be able to remove this stitch. If you can feel it, then this should be feasible in the clinic.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

These painful sutures need to be removed.  Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon or gynecologist near you.  Either physician should be able to help with the problem.

Marco A. Pelosi III, MD, FACOG, FACS · Answer

You need your problematic stitches removed. They aren't going to go away. Any gynecologist should be able to do this. A good one should be able to do it in the office.

Michelle Jones Singer, MD · Answer

The suture that is used in a vaginoplasty should be absorbable. Some suture is absorbed more rapidly that others. Delayed absorbable suture can take 12-14 weeks to dissolve completely. I suggest you see your surgeon and discuss you what you are experiencing. After an exam you surgeon will determine how to resolve your concern.

Oscar A. Aguirre, MD, FPMRS · Answer

Your first course of action is to follow up with your surgeon for an examination. It is very unlikely that a permanent suture was used in your vaginal repair. Often times delayed absorbable sutures are used which take up to 3 months to dissolve - this may be what your husband is feeling.
These sutures may be trimmed (cut shorter) so that they don't cut your husband as they slowly dissolve over time and promote healing.

What course of action will I need to take for non-absorbable stitches causing discomfort in my perineum?

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What course of action will I need to take for non-absorbable stitches causing discomfort in my perineum?

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Answer: Vaginoplasty sutures.

Answer: Vaginoplasty sutures.

Answer: What steps do I take for painful intercourse after vaginoplasty?

Answer: What steps do I take for painful intercourse after vaginoplasty?

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