My Mum Keeps Asking Me How Many Stitches I Had in my Breast Reduction Surgery, Any Idea?

September 21, 2013
Asked By:Lottied1607

I don't know. I asked the nurse when I had my dressings changed and she said said, lots. Any idea?

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September 23, 2013

Answer: Dozens of sutures are used in breast reduction.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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September 23, 2013

Answer: Dozens of sutures are used in breast reduction.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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March 26, 2014

Answer: Stitch Count

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March 26, 2014

Answer: Stitch Count

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September 23, 2013

Answer: Not counted by the surgeon

September 23, 2013

Answer: Not counted by the surgeon

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