Hi @Former-Member The 2 stitches sticking out (through skin) are internal, not outside.

Which is why it is hard to deal with (& distressing).

They were supposed to be dissolvable (absorbed) stitches - yet they are not.

GP discovered (said) that they are permanent stuff - like fishing line.

Yes, lower abdomen.

My ear wax problem is made worse (or more regular) - by having to wear earplugs, because of my very noisy neighbours (with their booming outdoor speakers).

Ear plugs push wax further in (apparently).

My 2 Peachfaces seem good & happy (so far) - no sign of any aggression towards the Cockatiels (Weeros) & Budgie, in same cage.

It's a Big Cage (or small aviary) on Wheels - I try to keep all my birds in pairs (2) with some extra company (other birds).

I always feel so sad when I read about your grief, losing your daughter.

I don't want you to feel worse, by my mentioning it...

Yet it's so hard for you - gut-wrenching, I reckon.

I just want to be able to bring these people back to life, I don't want them gone - sadly I cannot do that....

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