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A member asked:
Its 3rd day fr appendectomy operation. wanna take a shower but not sure if it's ok for stitch to get soaped & wet. it still has the little plaster on?
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Ask surgeon: Generally yes! Probably has a sealant over sutures.
Answered 12/17/2015
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