He started to leave, and leave even more.
As soon as he pulled the sting out, it came loose.
A long stitch that should have fallen off and been absorbed by the body long ago. And that wasn't the only thing. He gradually removed a total of eight stitches.
It had come to the surface over the years.
"After bowel surgery, eight months later, they removed a stitch right from my stomach – it was 217mm long, and I still keep it in a box," wrote one commenter.
Another woman said:
"I have stitches from a C-section. I'm afraid to remove them myself. But they're there."
Doctor's warning: Don't try this at home!
Although it may seem like a harmless "home remedy," doctors advise against it.
strongly discourage you from experimenting with such things on your own. If you notice a strange shape on your scar,
contact a doctor or dermatologist.
The man who had his stitches removed at the age of eight sparked some debate.
According to experts
Unabsorbed stitches can remain in the body for years until the body expels them. Sometimes they cause no symptoms, other times they cause irritation, itching, or pain.
A scar can hide more than what is visible at first glance.
If you are interested in unusual medical stories or have had similar experiences, this case shows that
Even a small itch can hide a big surprise.
