Stitches

stitches wont stop bleeding!?

I got stitches today after having some scar tissue cut out. Since my stomach is an area that I cannot really stop bending, the stitches keep bleeding. I have bled through bandages. I plan to call my doctor tomorrow but was hoping for some assurace in the meantime. Is this at all normal??

Public Comments

1. You might want to call him tonight. Even if he is not on call, someone will be covering. In the meantime, do not take any aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen, as these would increase your bleeding problem. Also, no alcohol for the same reason. If you have pain just take tylenol if you can take that. Apply a light pressure to the area. But overall I think he will probably ask you tomorrow why did you not call tonight. Some minor oozing is normal, but not bleeding all the way through your bandages. The concern is if you are bleeding underneath the skin and how much?
2. Sounds like you are not producing enough coagulants to solidify the wound. Either get to Emergency or cauterize the wound!