“How do you treat an infected stitched wound?”

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“How do you treat an infected stitched wound?”

I have an infected stitches wound. How do you treat an infected stitched wound?

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**Nawar Alkhamesi** Colon and Rectal Surgeon Richland, WA · Accepted Answer

Nawar Alkhamesi Colon and Rectal Surgeon Richland, WA

The suture should be removed and the appropriate antibiotic can be used.

**Audrey C. Durrant** Surgeon Urbana, IL · Accepted Answer

Audrey C. Durrant Surgeon Urbana, IL

The treatment is to remove the stitches, clean the wound and leave the skin open. The wound will then heal by secondary intention.