You should not remove the stitches before 5 days, as they need time to properly heal. After 5 days, you can have the stitches removed. For scarring, I recommend applying Hexilac ointment twice daily to help improve the healing process and minimize scars.
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A ruptured appendix is indeed one of the more unpleasant complications of appendicitis. I agree that he should be on antibiotics for at least 10 days to help prevent further infection. It’s important to ensure that he can eat and drink without issue before
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