How long do dissolvable stitches from labiaplasty take to dissolve?

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I had a wedge labia plasty 5 1/2 weeks ago and all seems to be healing well except for one area of irritation at the base of one of the end suture line where I can feel 2 little sharp points which I'm guessing are stitches. I believe the doctor used all dissolvable in stitches and I'm wondering how much longer before these should dissolve.

Nicole E. Williams, MD, FACOG, FACS · Answer

The suture that is sticking out is not likely to dissolve because it is not beneath the skin. I would have your doctor trim or gently remove the tips, so that the poking goes away. It's possible that the buried suture will release these tips and they will fall out with time, but if they are painful, there might be an earlier option.

Michael Litrel, MD, FACOG, FPMRS · Answer

Hi, this is a great question. Everone’s body heals at its own pace. I would recommend to speak with your surgeon regarding you concerns. They can do an exam to ensure that everything is healing well.

Best wishes!

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It can take sutures 6 weeks or more to dissolve, so you may want to wait a little longer. However, if they are irritating you, please speak with your surgeon. Your surgeon may be able to remove the sutures.

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

Most sutures dissolve in six weeks. Sometimes it takes a little longer. If they irritate and protrude they can sometimes be trimmed down or removed by your surgeon.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your labiaplasty procedure!  At nearly six weeks your incisions should be well on their way to complete healing and if you have some suture material that has worked its way to the surface of your skin your surgeon can remove it in their office.  Hope this helps.

How long do dissolvable stitches from labiaplasty take to dissolve?

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Answer: Labiaplasty stitches dissolve in 6-8 week usually

Answer: Labiaplasty stitches dissolve in 6-8 week usually

Answer: How long do dissolvable stitches from labiaplasty take to dissolve?

Answer: How long do dissolvable stitches from labiaplasty take to dissolve?

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How long do dissolvable stitches from labiaplasty take to dissolve?

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Answer: Labiaplasty stitches dissolve in 6-8 week usually

Answer: Labiaplasty stitches dissolve in 6-8 week usually

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