If he is experiencing discomfort beyond what was expected, or if there is bleeding, he should get it checked. Surgeons also use stitches, or sutures, to close an incision after finishing a surgical procedure. Warm or hot skin where the incision occurred. Fever when its cause is unknown. If you are allowed (if not breastfeeding) try using some Ibuprofen or Advil (extra strength) and continue to use a cold pack in ur undies when able to (like at home) those really help.It took about a month give or take a week for them to dissolve,and the pain went away about 3-4 days after the stitches … Stitches consist of thin threads that join the skin together while the cut heals. The symptoms or signs of a torn or ripped hernia mesh implant are similar to mesh failure symptoms, which includes: Bloating and/or an inability to pass stools or gas. Chills, nausea, and/or vomiting. There really is no way to know for sure.