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Is this normal? Post op surgery question here

I was banded on Sept 24, and on my larger incision under my left breast, the incision started getting red splotchy patches around it, and its itching like crazy. I also see that one of the stitches is poking out, I can seel it. At first I thought it was the glue they put over the cut, but its not, its a stitch. Any suggestions... Thanks!

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I got really itchy from the plaster strips and as for the stitches I just cut mine with nail sizzors as they were poking out. Hope this helps

I have not had the Lapband yet.. But have had surgery. The itching is because its trying to heal. You can call Dr to ask but sometimes a little vaseline will keep the skin a little moist and not dry and itchy. You can snip the stitch a little since its been 3wks its shouldnt hurt it.

The dr may advise something other than vaseline.

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