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After i get stitches on my finger is it safe to have sex?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Absolutely: As long as you do not involve that finger...

Answered 1/6/2021

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Please Clarify: How does having stitches in your finger have anything to do with whether you are sexual or not?

Answered 8/24/2019

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