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I got my stitches out. wound is on my right hand just above my knuckle by my pinkie finger. the deep layers are closed but not the rest. what do i do?
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Wound healing: As ir is healed in the deeper aspect, the superficial layer will close. Keep the site clean and moist.
Answered 8/25/2015
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