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A member asked:

Have dissolving stitches in after keyhole surgery 8 days ago small bit looks open is it or that normal?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Most likely: If it is just small opening and nothing is draining from it and there is no bleeding, it is probably normal healing with dissolving sutures. Clean the area as directed by your surgeon.

Answered 8/29/2014

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