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Is It Normal For A Kidney Donor To Have Staples Left Inside Him ?
Hi i was a kidney donor in 98 for my mother 14 years ago and i have some staples left inside me, is this normal? and way not the dissolvable stitches .and @ this time i am have trouble on that side were the staples.are i have gone to the doctor because of the trouble i am having from the x-rays it show that the area is swollen were the stalpes are.
Mon, 16 Jan 2012
hi virginia;
welcome to healthcare magic
Internally stitches are done mostly with vicryl or dissolvable sutures .Why you had internally staples please consult the operating doctor.As you are having trouble ;pain & swelling ;also X-ray shows staples you need to consult the doctor ASAP .He will examine you & treat you accordingly & even remove the staples.
wishing you good health
thanks
welcome to healthcare magic
Internally stitches are done mostly with vicryl or dissolvable sutures .Why you had internally staples please consult the operating doctor.As you are having trouble ;pain & swelling ;also X-ray shows staples you need to consult the doctor ASAP .He will examine you & treat you accordingly & even remove the staples.
wishing you good health
thanks
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