Sunday, March 14, 2010

How to remove a stitch on my finger?

Hi. I had my tip amputated off of my left index finger. It's been 2 months now. But I have a stitch under my skin and a bubble-like blister grew right over it. I made an appointment with my doctor, but I have to wait for 2 weeks. Any idea if I should try to remove it myself or what would happen if I left the stitch under my skin? Thanks.
How to remove a stitch on my finger?
It's obviously trying to remove itself - when the stitch starts to protrude just keep trimming it as close as possible to the skin surface, or pull very gently on it, to see if it wants to come out fully.
How to remove a stitch on my finger?
If you've had it there this long, as long as the area doesn't look infected, I wouldn't mess with it! Your doctor will probably have to cut into the blister and remove the stitch for you; this should be done under sterile conditions so that you don't risk further injury or infection. Wait the 2 weeks - like I said, you've had it in this long!
Reply:If you can get to the loop part, cut it with fingernail clippers and pull out with tweezers. That's not a blister over it, it's scar tissue.





You really should wait for the doc, though.
Reply:If it were me I would pick my finger and get to the stitch and cut the knot on the stitch and pull it out. Our body protects itself by building a barrier around a foreign object, don't wait any longer than necessary.
Reply:i think u should just leave it alone! the doctor will know what 2 do so just try 2 bear with it until your appointment. GOOD LUCK AND I HOPE YR FINGER FEELS BETTER! :)


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