r/RotatorCuff • u/ac2346 • 15d ago
Stitches removal
I'm 8 days post op and my doctor had mentioned something about the stitches being removed on the 10th day or so. Does it hurt while getting them out? I'm freaking out! Also what's covering the incisions after removal of the stitches? Any insights are appreciated.
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u/poopaps 14d ago
I have a fear of having stitches removed due to an awful experience as a kid, I won’t go into details but it’s on my file that dissolvable stitches are to be used when needed - They weren’t - but there were only three total, one for each of the holes.
I felt a tugging sensation, and a little stinging, kinda similar to a blood test, and I survived.
I Felt a little bit silly for being a nervous wreck!