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Why would a cut that you got stitches removed from a week ago not heal after 2 weeks and smell bad?
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∙ 15y ago
A cut that smells bad is infected or necrotic. In either case, this calls for a visit to the doctor. If the wound wasn't effectively disinfected prior to suturing, anerobic bacteria (bacteria that don't need fresh air to live) can prosper. This will have to be cleaned out and, as this can be painful, best to do it where painkillers can be administered. While this doesn't need a 911 call, you also should treat this very promptly indeed. I would NOT wait two days myself -- in fact, I'd go right now. And I would have someone other than your original caregiver be the one to look at this.
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I would wait until the stitches dissolve (or are removed by your vet).
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How long does it take for the stitches to dissolve after the extraction of your wisdom teeth?
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What is the average cost for receiving stitches at a hospital?
This would be hard to determine because it depends on how many stitches, and where the stitches are on your body.
Can you keep your organ when it is removed?
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What is the proper way to remove stitches after your cat is spayed?
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Why would you keep your stitches small when handstitching with a needle?
the smaller the stitches, the less likely it would come apart.. think about when you baste something.. the long stitches can easily be pulled out
Will stitches left too long hurt a cat?
If you do not clean the stitches, I would not be supised if the stitches got infected or if your cat was not careful and they caught on something.
Why would you still get your period after a complete hysterectomy?
You shouldn't as the uterus has been removed and the cervix or vagina closed b stitches. You nay get some discharge for a few weeks whilst the wounds heal however this should eventually stop altogether. If it is over two months or the discharge has bright red blood in it you should seek immediate medical help
What should you eat while stitches on the leg?
I'm not sure if eating anything would damage your stitches if they're on your leg.
What is stitches in french?
Stitches on your face after an accident for example are "points de suture". Stitches in sewing would simply be "points" + the type of stitch (e.g: back stich > point arrière).
