4 weeks post-op. Is it normal to have stitches poking out? (Photo)

April 13, 2017
Asked By:Tomjack2 in Omaha, NE

4 weeks post op. Just went in for my 4 week post op yesterday and my PS pulled a couple of stitches that were poking out. When I got home I noticed on the one side I can see another stitch poking out. I'm assuming there is a reason that he left this how it is but just wanted to make sure.

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May 15, 2017

Answer: Stitch left behind

Matthew H. Steele, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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May 15, 2017

Answer: Stitch left behind

Matthew H. Steele, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 16, 2017

Answer: Hi Tomjack2,

Sam Speron, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 16, 2017

Answer: Hi Tomjack2,

Sam Speron, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 14, 2017

Answer: Stitch under skin

Vishnu Rumalla, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 14, 2017

Answer: Stitch under skin

Vishnu Rumalla, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 14, 2017

Answer: Suture poking through the skin

May 14, 2017

Answer: Suture poking through the skin

May 14, 2017

Answer: 4 weeks post-op. Is it normal to have stitches poking out?

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Answer: 4 weeks post-op. Is it normal to have stitches poking out?

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