2006-07-01 17:12:00 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
I don't know. When I was 14 and had stitches (not the disintegrating type), I wanted to play sports so much, I ripped them out and just started playing. Today, I have a nice 4 inch scar on my hand. Don't do what I did. Keep it clean and don't let dirt get in it. Change the wrapping daily and keep moist. But then again, what do I know.
2006-07-01 17:18:52 · answer #1 · answered by alfredenuemann98195 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
generally the sutures won't be removed until there is good adhesion of the epidermis as well as the dermis. but still I wouldn't advise you to allow too much stress on that area for a little while at least.
2006-07-01 18:51:29 · answer #2 · answered by bd_in_ms 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are generally no special instructions. Keep it clean & dry & try not to cut yourself again.
2006-07-01 17:21:24 · answer #3 · answered by Nancy L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep it clean and dry. You might want to apply antibiotic cream and a bandage. And try not to bump it.
2006-07-01 17:22:04 · answer #4 · answered by bettyboop 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
generally just keep it clean, and return to see your doctor every time he wants you to, and take his advice....
2006-07-01 17:17:12 · answer #5 · answered by Mintjulip 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask your freaking doctor... good god there are such idiots here.
2006-07-05 21:05:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋