my mom had gallbladder laparoscopy surgery a month ago but her stitches still haven't healed properly and she's diabetic - is this normal or should we be worried about her wound healing taking so long

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Delayed wound healing after laparoscopic gallbladder surgery in diabetics is common‚Äîoptimize sugar levels and follow wound care strictly.

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