Unbearable Sutures Under Skin from Inner Thigh Lift?

It is rare for a plastic surgeon to use non-absorbable sutures on a inner or medial thigh lift.  The "strings" that you feel in your inner thighs are more likely to be significant scarring around the suture line.  The pulling sensation could be the inner thigh scar contracting; all scars by nature, contract.  I would suggest consulting with your prior plastic surgeon.  If a mutual agreement cannot be established, I would politely request a copy of your operative report.  Then, I would seek a plastic surgeon who specializes in reconstructive surgery for weight loss patients and who has a significant amount of experience in inner or medial thigh lift surgery.

It's not unusual for surgeons to use deep non-absorbable sutures in the deeper tissue layers during thigh lift surgery. These structural sutures are utilized to prevent migration, distortion and spread of the scars associated with this procedure.Unfortunately, these sutures occasionally become palpable and require surgical excision. This procedure can usually be performed under local anesthesia, but may rarely require general anesthesia.If you're bothered by deep non-absorbable sutures, it's reasonable to have them removed. If you're unhappy with your surgeon, it's reasonable to seek a second opinion.

   I am sure that you can find someone to remove these sutures for a reasonable fee.  If your plastic surgeon's fees are not acceptable, consult with several plastic surgeons in your area.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA