Patient's question:
23 days after surgery, a few days ago I didn't wrap it with gauze. The stitches have all come out, but only 3 ends fell off, which is still a bit better. Hello, if I don't have it removed, how many days will it take for the stitches to fall off? Is this a problem on the 23rd day after a circumcision surgery?Doctor's answer:
All circumcisions use absorbable sutures, which fall off on their own without needing to be removed. Three of your sutures have already fallen off, so they are likely absorbable ones. Those non-absorbable sutures will never fall off on their own. You can ask the hospital where you had the surgery if they used absorbable sutures. If they did, you won't need to have them removed. If removal is necessary, it should be done by a doctor. Removing them yourself is risky because you won't have sterile scissors, and improper technique can easily lead to infection. It's best to go to a veterinary hospital for suture removal. I believe any licensed medical professional should be trained in suture removal, as it's a standard part of medical education.