Stitches coming through incision after otoplasty? (Photo)

July 3, 2018
Asked By:hkkeller

I had otoplasty about 8 months ago and just noticed this thread-like thing sticking out of my incision. Is this just a stitch? Do I need to visit my surgeon? Can I just clip it myself?

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