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Patch over stiches
I had Stiches out in my calf 3 days ago. The doctor put an adhesive patch over the stiches. I can’t remember if he said to leave the patch in till I get the stiches removed in 7 days or removed it after a number of days. I want to know if it’s bad for me to leave the patch on for the full 10 days.
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Dr. Salil Patil
Plastic Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
Good evening.
Stitches over the calf are generally removed in 10-12 days.
If the adhesive patch isnt soaked or soiled, you can leave it on.
If not, get it changed.
Thank you
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