Now the suture has been removed, do I need to wrap it after that?

Question

My child has had the suture removed; it’s been seven days since the hernia surgery. Do I need to wrap it after the suture removal?

Answer

If the suture has been removed, it is generally not necessary to wrap it again. The suture is removed once the wound has healed to its best state, to avoid infection. Some surgeries use absorbable sutures that do not require removal. After the suture removal, it is important to ensure adequate rest, keep the wound clean, and apply scar cream to prevent infection.