WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for August, 2008: Re: PREGNANCY: Dissolvable Sutures and C-Section

Re: PREGNANCY: Dissolvable Sutures and C-Section

From: William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:41:31 -0500 (CDT)

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Lisa

Some people develop what we call stitch granulomas, essentially a low grade allergic reaction to the suture material. When this happens, the suture material does not dissolve and will become chronically irritated. Treatments include doing nothing, attacking the sutures as they 'come to the surface' and lastly, revising the entire incision, usually doing this with the next pregnancy/section...Dr. von Almen

At Sat, 30 Aug 2008, Lisa wrote: >
>Roughly 6 months ago, I had a C-section. The closure was done with
>dissolvable sutures subcutaneous(or so I have been told by my M.D.)
>followed by paper tape externally. To date, the sutures have not
>dissolved. I can feel each one if I apply pressure over/around the
>incision site. Ocassionally, different areas will become tender an
>irritated or itch pretty badly. Is this normal? I had heard the sutures
>should have dissolved within 6 weeks or so. I have tried massaging them
>to see if it would help them break down, but to no avail. Other than
>that, my incision line has healed nicely. I am just wondering if the
>sutures will go away because they really bother me.
>
>If someone could reply, I would truly appreciate it.
>
>Thanks!

-- Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions. ** Private emails cannot be entertained due to time constraints; consequently, they will receive no response.

William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG Private Practice New Orleans, La.

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