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Can Stitches Be Done On One Side Of Nose?

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Posted on Wed, 24 Jun 2015
Question: Can you get a stitch on the side of the bridge of your nose

Does this cut look like it need stitches
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty (56 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you require a stitch over the wound

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for posting the query

Yes, you will require a small stitch over the lacerated wound. Even though, it can be left alone, a simple stitch would reduce the ugly scar.

Hope I have answered the query; I'll be available for the follow up queries.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty (40 minutes later)
If I don't get stitches should I keep it bandaged or should I let it breathe and for how long and what's the best thing to apply to it and how often
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty (18 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Open wound has to be covered for at least a week...

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for writing back

1. Yes, a small dressing needs to be done to cover the wound for at least a week.
2. Mupirocin ointment or any antibacterial cream would suffice.
3. If you are not willing to get the suturing done, at least get an adhesive plaster put over the wound in order to approximate the edges. This will help in healing faster.

Hope this clarifies your doubts; Revert back to me if you have any follow-up queries.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
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Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty

Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist

Practicing since :2001

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Can Stitches Be Done On One Side Of Nose?

Brief Answer: Yes, you require a stitch over the wound Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for posting the query Yes, you will require a small stitch over the lacerated wound. Even though, it can be left alone, a simple stitch would reduce the ugly scar. Hope I have answered the query; I'll be available for the follow up queries. Regards Dr. Naveen Kumar N ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon