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Topical solutions for itching stitches - 10 days post-op.

Stargirl1234May 25, 2018
I had a BR 10 days ago. Healing seems to be well except underneath my breasts and around my nipples the stitches are itching. I still have stitches so im concerned about what i can put on/around them. My nipples are also extremely sensitive as well as itchy. What can i use?

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Dr. Dario Rochira, MD
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Answered on Dec 2, 2019
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Dr. Jon Kurkjian, MD
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