At first, his leg itched. He thought it was just a rash. But upon closer inspection, he noticed a dark spot protruding from his skin. Little did he know he was about to have an experience that would shock the internet. The video of his “discovery” was viewed by millions, and his story sparked discussion around the world.

It all started with an accident and some stitches that had to be removed.

The man, known by his YouTube handle, suffered a serious injury a few years ago, requiring surgery and closing the wound with eight stitches. Doctors used stitches that should have fallen out on their own over time. But things don’t always go as planned.

After three years, an annoying itching began

Three years after the operation, an annoying itch appeared in the scar area. The man noticed a slightly raised dark spot under the skin. He decided to examine it carefully, and what happened next wasn’t the only thing that shocked him.

As soon as he hit the point, he was out.

A long stitch that should have been broken and absorbed by the body long ago. And it wasn’t the only one. Gradually, he removed a total of eight.

They had emerged over the years.

The video has been viewed 14 million times and hundreds of similar stories in the comments.

The story spread quickly. People began sharing their experiences.

“After intestinal surgery, eight months later, they removed a stitch directly from my stomach: it was 217 mm long and I still have it in a box,” wrote one user.