Taking stitches out yourself



Got 4 stitches in my hand that are due out tomorrow. In the states so don’t fancy paying through the nose to get them taken out. Can’t be that hard surely to take them out? Or am I being a stupid tight arse?

Havnt read the whole thread but its a doddle. I took my own out my foot a year back and there really is nothing to it. Clean the area with some disinfectant wipes or spay as well as the scissors, then cut the stitch and pull through. It doesn't hurt at all, just remember not to pull the knot through the wound.
 
done it a couple of times. the first time i'd asked the doc when she put them in if i could take them out and she said it was fine... like others have said just make sure the scissors/knife are clean and you clean the wound afterwards.
 

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