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How Can Circumcision Stitches Be Dissolved?
I was wondering if there s a particular formula for dissolving stiches? I m 9 days since circumcised not even 1 stiche dissolved, I ve been swollen since day 1 till today, the morning erection are horrible since I already finished the prescribed dose.
Fri, 14 Jul 2017
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Stitches of circumcision are soluble and dissolve usually in 2 to 3 week
Alternate day dressing is to be done by surgeon
Erection are painful for few days in circumcision operation
Ibuprofen can be prescribed If inflammation present
If local stitch infection present (pus discharge) than topical antibiotic prescribed
Take care
You can Consult your treating surgeon for examination of stich part
Stitches of circumcision are soluble and dissolve usually in 2 to 3 week
Alternate day dressing is to be done by surgeon
Erection are painful for few days in circumcision operation
Ibuprofen can be prescribed If inflammation present
If local stitch infection present (pus discharge) than topical antibiotic prescribed
Take care
You can Consult your treating surgeon for examination of stich part
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