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A member asked:

I gave birth 5 yrs ago and now i noticed that the end of my stitches is swollen.what you think it is?

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Can be normal: If you're referring to vaginal stitches, sometimes the vaginal tissue will grow over the old stitches and give the appearance of swelling or overlapping. This should not affect future deliveries and usually absorbable suture is used for these repairs.

Answered 9/29/2016

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