Dissolvable stitches not entirely dissolved

[MrProsser]

I was not really sure where to post this but as it relates to my circumcision I thought perhaps I should ask it here.  I had a circumcision 6 weeks ago, the wound has healed and I did not have any problems with infection but I am left with 2 problems.

I still have some swelling just behind the glands, it is sort of a ring of swelling, with one side being more swollen then the other.  It is not painful but it is fairly hard and feels weird.

The second problem is that I have a few bits of stitches left over.  They used dissolvable stitches but some parts, mainly 2 knots but also a short length that sticks out elsewhere, refuse to dissolve.  I saw a GP at my university health clinic and she felt while it was taking a little long nothing was really a problem, and I talked to my surgeon on the phone and he said it was alright and nothing to worry about.  I have a follow up exam in a week or so and I guess I will know more then.

But these things are still unpleasant, the knots often dig into me.  Is there anything I can do to promote dissolving of these?  Could the swelling be related?

[MrProsser]

Thanks.  I do hope it reduces itself a bit, it is not the best thing in the world to have.  As for the stitches, I was worried about that.  I really have no urge to get them removed like that, they are in a sensitive area you know.

Oh well, once thet are out I should feel a lot better, they are not pleasant.

[TruffleShuffle93]

I have recently had circumcision and it has healed up perfectly except for having 2 lumps which are black stitches and they havent even started dissolving yet. What did you end up having to do? Thanks

[rmprdl1964]

Hi, the ring that you talk about is most likely scar tissue as a result of the circumcision. It might become less over time. As for the stiches they might have to be removed during your follow up appointment. I have had numerous surgeries and some stiches take longer to disovle then others.

All the best,

Ron