A member asked:

Had my thumb tip stitched back on but the skin is grey. is it dead or will it heal ok and be viable?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Hard to tell: however it sounds like it may not be "viable" Even if not it will gradually "heal in"....be in touch with the Practitioner who did the suturing! You should have a follow-up exam already but if not MAKE ONE!! Good Luck! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 10/31/2015

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