Patient's question:
My child has already had his stitches removed because he had an inguinal hernia surgery. It has been seven days now. After the stitches are removed, do I still need to bandage him?Doctor's answer:
If the child has already had the stitches removed now, then in the case of a severe condition, there is no need for bandaging. The stitches will only be removed when the child's wound has healed or when the wound has returned to its optimal state, at which point there will be no signs of infection. Additionally, many people undergo surgery using a natural absorbable suture, in which case there is no need for stitches to be removed. After the stitches are removed, it is important to rest, ensuring that the child's wound does not become infected, and applying some scar cream can also be beneficial.