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Laparoscopy stitches are still swollen after 3 weeks. what should i do?

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See your surgeon: Depends on what type of sutures were used, how long the incision is, and where the incision is located. Some swelling is normal at incisions for 4 weeks or more. See your surgeon for an examination.

Dr Martinez agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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