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Why Do My Stitches Hurt A Lot And Sting After Taking The Bandage Off?
Hi, I have stitches on my wrist and a bandage to cover it, the doctor said to not take off the bandage for five days it has been 48 hours, and I took it of for thirty minutes to let it air out. But know it hurts a lot and stings. What should I do? Did I do something wrong? By the way, I m 13
Hi, Don't worry much. your doctor said not to remove the stitches just to make sure the wound is not gaped, and heals well. If you think that removing bandage has left the wound gaped, please visit the doctor so that he applies the bandage in a right way. Thanks.
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Why Do My Stitches Hurt A Lot And Sting After Taking The Bandage Off?
Hi, Don t worry much. your doctor said not to remove the stitches just to make sure the wound is not gaped, and heals well. If you think that removing bandage has left the wound gaped, please visit the doctor so that he applies the bandage in a right way. Thanks.