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Seton has broken off after two weeks
I recently had a fistula surgery and a seton was placed to help with draining the track. The draining has stopped and the wound has also healed, however, the seton which the doctor said could come off on its own after 4-5 weeks has broken off from one end and is now hurting me. Can I pull the seton out by myself or should I keep it in and let it come off naturally? Please help!
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Ideally you must review wirh your surgeon.
But can it be removed just like that? You need to ask your surgeon if that can be done.. depends on what type of seton was used
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Please visit your doctor to safely remove it
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Dr. Munireddy M V
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Consult operated surgeon for removal
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