Care for Stitches

Knitting in a raspberry stitch forms a heavy textured final effect. The pattern forms a series of small, rounded nubs that closely resemble a raspberry in size and shape. Raspberry stitch is heavily…

Basketry is an ancient art, practiced from prehistoric times. The main purpose of baskets was to store and carry goods, but nowadays many have a decorative purpose. Some of the most common materials…

The mouth is an entry point into the body for many different materials. As a result, when you get stitches after dental surgery or because of a cut in your mouth, you must take special care to protect…

Stitches should remain dry for at least 24 hours and dried off quickly after bathing. Use antibiotic ointment in situations such as this with tips and advice from a 30-year emergency veteran in this…

Stitches can be bothersome on any part of the body. However, when there are stitches on the eye, proper precautions must be taken, as the eye is a very delicate organ. You do not want the wound to…

After having scar revision surgery (or after other types of cosmetic surgery), it is important to care for your stitches well--to prevent infection and to ensure that they heal well. Here are…

Stitches are generally removed after 5 to 15 days, even though your wound won't likely heal for several months or longer. Your job is to keep them clean and protected the short time they're there.