not enough information. i don't know the extent or location of your laceration how long ago was it stitched how it was repaired (type of sutures) and what the medical professional recommended. this answer will need to come from the person who sutured you or you will need to repost with more information. patient-specific recommendations are best so it would not be wise to rely on what other clinicians may recommend. each case is unique. in general you should not swim in a chlorine pool or natural water of any kind after receiving stiches until the wound is completely healed. many doctors recommend keeping the stitched area completely dry for the first 24 hours to prevent loosening of the stiches. after 24 hours showering may be permitted. tub soaking is contraindicated as bacteria may enter the sutured area). due to the possibility of infection from bacteria swimmining in lakes and streams with stiches is totally prohibited. hi as we don't know where it is and how big it is no unless its sea water sea water is very good for wounds helps to heal and clean all a the same time. if you cant get to the sea then a couple of handfuls of sea salt in a warm bath will help twice daily. from personal experience sea water aids healing to wounds very quickly in fact just google sea salt and wounds. do hope this helps you. good luck hi as we don't know where or what for i would stick to sea salt baths ss aids healing and cleans the wound all at the same time. for me if you can get in the sea that would be all you should do sea water. from personal experience sea salt water does help getting in the sea daily will heal things very quickly. just google sea salt and wounds. good luck stiches on end of finger not quite 24 hr ago had five stiches should i wash with soap and water when i take bantage off later today
can i swim in a chlorine pool after having stitches?