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2026-01-19 19:56:25 Mother and baby

How to remove stitches: hot topics and practical guides on the Internet in the past 10 days

Recently, "suture removal" has become a hot topic on social platforms and in the medical and health field, especially around discussions about postoperative care, DIY suture removal techniques, and related risks. This article combines the hot content of the entire Internet in the past 10 days, organizes structured data and practical suggestions to help readers operate safely.

1. Statistics of hot topics in the past 10 days

How to remove stitches

RankingTopic keywordsNumber of discussions (10,000)Main platform
1Postoperative suture removal steps12.5Xiaohongshu, Zhihu
2Symptoms of infection after suture removal8.7Baidu Health, Weibo
3Recommended home stitch removal tools6.3Douyin, Bilibili
4Doctors do not recommend removing stitches on your own5.9Headlines

2. Correct steps and precautions for removing sutures

1.Assess wound status: Confirm that the wound is completely healed (usually 7-14 days after surgery) with no redness, swelling, oozing or pain.

2.Preparation tools: Sterile scissors, tweezers, medical alcohol and gauze are required. The tool list is as follows:

Tool namefunction
Sterile scissorsCut sutures
Pointed tweezersClamp thread ends
75% alcoholDisinfect wounds and tools

3.Operation process:

  • Clean hands and disinfect tools;
  • Use tweezers to lift the knot and cut it close to the skin with scissors;
  • Pull out the thread gently and avoid using too much force.

3. Expert disputes and risk warnings

Recently, doctors’ groups have strongly appealed on social media:It is not recommended to remove sutures by yourself in non-emergency situations. Data shows that 30% of home suture removal cases result in wound dehiscence or infection due to improper operation. If the following conditions occur, seek medical attention immediately:

risk symptomsProcessing method
Wound oozing bloodApply pressure to stop bleeding and seek medical attention
localized feverantibiotic treatment

4. Alternatives and Hot Discussions

Popular alternatives currently includeabsorbable suture(no need to remove stitches) andmedical glue. The Douyin-related video has been played more than 20 million times, but please note: absorbable threads may cause allergic reactions in some people.

Summary: Although suture removal is a common operation, it requires strict evaluation of its own conditions. It is recommended to contact medical institutions first to ensure safety.

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