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How Long After Circumcision Will The Stitches Be Completely Dissolved?
Hey hows it going, i am 20 years old and recently had an operation for circumsicion on the 13th of feb and went back for a check up a month later where my doctor told me to just leave the stitches in ( dissolvable ) but they still havnt completly dissovled and its being a lot longer than it should be, should i just keep waiting or go see my doctor?
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It depends on what suture material was used. Most dissolvable stitches start to break down within one to two weeks. However, it could take several months before your stitches disappear completely.Keep the wound clean and as dry as possible.
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How Long After Circumcision Will The Stitches Be Completely Dissolved?
hello, i have read your query and i understand your concern It depends on what suture material was used. Most dissolvable stitches start to break down within one to two weeks. However, it could take several months before your stitches disappear completely.Keep the wound clean and as dry as possible. Take Care