Hello. Last week I punched a window and injured my hand, luckily I only punctured my pinky finger, although very badly. I went to the ER and had the wound properly cleaned and stitched up. I was prescribed with antibiotics and had a tetanus shot. It's been 7 days since the incident and I was wondering when would be an appropriate time to let my wound breathe some air (I've had it covered with a gauze the whole week).
General & Family Physician, Dr. Nishad BN's Response
Hi it can be removed on the seventh day.It is not desirable to keep more than one week.so go to the doctor for that. thanks
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When Shall I Remove The Stitch In My Wound?
Hi it can be removed on the seventh day.It is not desirable to keep more than one week.so go to the doctor for that. thanks