Stitches

How long can stitches be kept in?

I had stitches put in about 2 months ago and i have not taken them out yet. I can barley see them know, will the doctors have to make another slit to remove them?

Public Comments

1. That is WAY too long. Call your doctor first thing monday morning and get those removed!
2. they are only suppose to be in for 2 weeks tops they may have to cut them out instead of the easier removal. why did you leave them in so long?
3. 10 to 14 days is the max.Someone is not doing their job!
4. It is usually 8-10 days only, pls see a doctor and get them removed if you haven't done so.
5. You should have taken them out by now! There is a risk of infection if you leave it! If the stitches can still be seen then the doctor should be able to take them out without difficulty! x
6. One week to ten days depends on your injury. Go to your doctor and have them removed while you can still see them. At this time they sound like there starting grow into your skin.