They need to come out *today* but can't get to the doctor's office. I would:
1) Sterilize scissors
2) Cover w/ Band Aid and antibiotic ointment when finshed
It healed up really well and it is only TWO stitches.
2006-11-16 07:20:23 · 14 answers · asked by Chloe 6 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
YES YOU CAN. I HAVE TAKEN OUT MY OWN STITCHES BEFORE. IT WAS NO BIG DEAL
JUST FOLLOW THE STEPS THAT YOU LISTED
IF YOU HAVE ANY TROUBLE DOWN THE ROAD CALL YOUR DOC.
MOST OF THE TIME THE DOC JUST CHECKS TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE FULLY HEALED AND THE NURSE TAKES OUT THE STITCHES
GOOD LUCK AND TAKE CARE!!!
2006-11-16 09:37:28 · answer #1 · answered by KAT 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My dad always removed ours and there wasn't a problem. My mother also removed stitches from my cousins. If you really know how, do it. I personally never have done it, but would certainly let my mom or dad take out my son's. Many of my friend's take out their children's stitches as well. Be sure you get all the thread so no pieces are left in; I had a dindaling friend do it and not get a piece out, no one taught her how she thought since she could sew and do embroidery she could do it, so the boy's dad had to dig a little to get it out, he did know how and she should have waited for him to get home. If you know what you are doing, go for it. People have been doing it for generations.
2016-03-28 22:42:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't recommend it. There is a correct technique for suture removal to prevent infection and I daresay you have not been taught. Besides, your doctor needs to see how the incision has healed. If you can't get into the office until tomrrow, that's still okay but don't delay more than a day or two or the skin may heal over the sutures. This can be corrected but it's uncomfortable.
FYI: Suture removal is not normally painful. You will feel a tugging and slight discomfort but no more than that.
2006-11-16 08:42:31 · answer #3 · answered by TweetyBird 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Well, as a nurse I would say no, but as a patient I say yes, it really is not a big deal, although the doc probably wants to see forhimself how wellyou have healed, I think that is the main thing.
2006-11-16 07:27:25 · answer #4 · answered by Honey pot 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
It depends on where they are. Some may come off on their own. Anyway, get back to the doctor as it is his/her responsibility to clear it.
2006-11-16 15:31:18 · answer #5 · answered by Sami V 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. You don't have the medical experience to do this. Putting in and taking out stitches is more complicated than just scissors and bandaids...trust me, I had plenty of stitches in my day. Having them in for one extra day won't hurt anything. Just get in ASAP.
2006-11-16 15:34:10 · answer #6 · answered by Esma 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yep, I always do it myself. It sounds like you would do it just right and if it is healed up really well, get those puppies out.
Also, I noticed someone said it would be painful.
NO it won't. As a matter fact...it is kind of tickley...
2006-11-16 07:29:25 · answer #7 · answered by Rackjack 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I don't see why not. Especially if it is healed up. You will be doing the same thing the doctor does.
2006-11-16 07:27:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like you know what you are doing. Becarefull you do not cut your self in the process.
2006-11-16 20:54:12 · answer #9 · answered by Char 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure just be carefull, and do as you describe, I removed 18 staples and had no problems.
2006-11-16 07:27:11 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋