Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How Long Do The Stitches Stay In For The Large Dog Bite On Calf All The Way To Bone ?
My husband got a large dog bite on his calf all the way to the bone but not involving tendons. It was about 4 inches diameter open hole. They put muscle back over and stitched with some nylon. Doesn t get seen for 1 week. How long do stitches stay in? Ok to put weight on it or is rest better? Taking antibiotics but doesn t like narcotics and if he does the pain is still 8-10/10.
Thu, 30 Jan 2014
Hi
Usually the stitches are to be removed on day 12 after seeing the skin gapping. The antibiotic should be taken for 7 days.
If you dont have any pain no need to take narcotic or analgesic pain killer.
I dont think you need complete bed rest till you get your stitch removed you can do your routine activities in house and on office too.
Get well soon.
Thank you.
Usually the stitches are to be removed on day 12 after seeing the skin gapping. The antibiotic should be taken for 7 days.
If you dont have any pain no need to take narcotic or analgesic pain killer.
I dont think you need complete bed rest till you get your stitch removed you can do your routine activities in house and on office too.
Get well soon.
Thank you.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Skeletal system
Loading Online Doctors....