A member asked:

I received stitches 15 days ago and had them removed today from my leg. it was only 3. can i resume playing basketball?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Soon: I would wait one more week to allow additional healing and then return to full activities.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Corinne Kauderer answered

Specializes in Wound care

Stitches and BBall: If the wound is completely healed and there is no oozing from the area, you can resume b ball. Just protect the area with a protective gauze over the area or use nu skin over the area to protect it from abrasion.

Answered 3/1/2015

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Dr. Jorge Valdes answered

Specializes in Wound care

Yes: I would wear a bandaid to protect the area when playing and apply aloe vera to reinforce the area.

Answered 11/13/2012

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