Question 1

how long does it take for self dissolving stitches to dissolve?

Accepted Answer

About a week: Self dissolving sutures are designed to melt away as the healing process takes over the wound closure.  Unless some added trauma to the wound is experienced healing should be uneventful with good oral care and taking your meds.

Question 2

does the plan b pill work still if it completely dissolved in your mouth but got stuck on the roof of your mouth but i swallowed all the dissolved pill down with water? not sure if i need another if dissolving doesnt work?

Accepted Answer

: Best consult with your OBGYN doctor. You may need to take another pill, but first ask your doctor for directions.

Question 3

1ml restylane lip filler for the first time from a dr. post 2weeks still lumpy and tender if massaged. is this normal ? also if the lumps are permanent,will they dissolve completely over the next 12 months back to normal without dissolving injections?

Accepted Answer

Temporary: Lumps will go down, but it might take several months.  Dissolving injections (hyalurinidase) are not necessary unless the lumps are large and you want them gone now.  Tenderness will resolve on its own.

Question 4

noticing little black particles in semen
i tried dissolving them in water, but they dont dissolve at all
could they be dried blood clots?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I believe it could be dried blood

Question 5

i alternate estrace cream w/ vagifem. vagifem not dissolving overnight? the next day it slowly works its way out. insert says dissolves in couple hours. normal or is vagifem not working for me?

Accepted Answer

Estrogen supplements: At 54, if you are not yet at "true menopause" (lack of any estrogen production from ovarian sources), regular use of estrogen creams will produce a blood level of estrogen comparable to oral administrations.  Check with your gyn provider for a serum estrogen test, and/or whether low dose estrogen with periodic progesterone administration might be easier and as safe as what you are using currently.

Question 6

what is the best way to clean a wound with non-dissolving stitches?

Accepted Answer

Wound care: Gently wash the area with mild soap & warm water; rinse; pat dry; apply clean dressing if one was present (ideally, antibiotic ointment, non-stick dressing, topper gauze/tube gauze if available & appropriate to the wound site). Watch for signs of infection: heat, redness, increased pain, pus, separation of wound edges.

Question 7

is it possible to be allergic to dissolving sutures?

Accepted Answer

Kind of: Some people will not be able to dissolve the sutures and therefore their body will spit them out and "reject them". Usually removing the sutures allows the wound to heal without any further problems. Make a note to any surgeon that you may have had a reaction to these if you undergo any further procedures.

Question 8

when should i call the dr about stitches not dissolving?

Accepted Answer

2 weeks: Some stitches do not dissolve.

Question 9

how effective are listerine whitening quick dissolving strips?

Accepted Answer

Listerine whitening: As a dentist i can tell you that all otc tooth whitening products have limitations and are not as effective as custom bleaching trays with products supplied by your dentist. For patient reviews see: http://www.Amazon.Com/listerine-whitening-dissolving-strips-56-count/product-reviews/b000teyrxs.

Question 10

my child has a suppository that i do not think is dissolving. he has not stooled yet after 1  2 hours. when should i remove it?

Accepted Answer

How?: Why did you use the suppository? If it is for constipation, there are better ways and a healthy child is not constipated. Consider the child's diet. I suspect that "junk" is part of it.

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How long does it take for self dissolving stitches to dissolve?

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Does the plan b pill work still if it completely dissolved in your mouth but got stuck on the roof of your mouth but i swallowed all the dissolved pill down with water? not sure if i need another if dissolving doesnt work?

A member asked:

1ml restylane lip filler for the first time from a dr. post 2weeks still lumpy and tender if massaged. is this normal ? also if the lumps are permanent,will they dissolve completely over the next 12 months back to normal without dissolving injections?

A member asked:

Noticing little black particles in semen i tried dissolving them in water, but they dont dissolve at all could they be dried blood clots?

A member asked:

I alternate estrace cream w/ vagifem. vagifem not dissolving overnight? the next day it slowly works its way out. insert says dissolves in couple hours. normal or is vagifem not working for me?

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What is the best way to clean a wound with non-dissolving stitches?

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Is it possible to be allergic to dissolving sutures?

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When should i call the dr about stitches not dissolving?

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How effective are listerine whitening quick dissolving strips?

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My child has a suppository that i do not think is dissolving. he has not stooled yet after 1 2 hours. when should i remove it?

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