I am 18 years old and I had an otoplasty done when I was 5, the stitches are still in at the top of both my ears and are frequently becoming infected at the site. Would it be wise to get them removed after such a long time?
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August 26, 2013
Answer: Infected sutures should be removed
August 26, 2013
Answer: Infected sutures should be removed
August 26, 2013
Answer: Otoplasty sutures poking through the skin after 13 years
August 26, 2013
Answer: Otoplasty sutures poking through the skin after 13 years