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How long after getting stitches till i can get them wet? (i got 5 on my hand and i'm dying to wash my hand!)

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

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Sutures and water: They can be wet within hours of having the sutures placed. As long as the water is clean - ie washing or showering or swimming pools should be fine. Swimming in the ocean or rivers/lakes - probably not ok. As far as specifics for your issue - it should be safe - just "pat" dry. And avoid rubbing.

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Answered 6/22/2019

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A member asked:

How long after getting stitches till i can get them wet? (i got 5 on my hand and i'm dying to wash my hand!)

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Williams answered

Dr Levey and another doctor agreed

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