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6wks post shoulder surg. int. stitches-ext. glue on 5in incision. int r not dissolving, pushing out, cause inf. why? 2x dr reopened & removed parts.
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Sutures: Sometimes absorbable sutures don't absorb ( dissolve ).Not to worry.Let doc remove.
Answered 5/8/2016
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