Non-dissolvable Stitches - Immersion
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Question
My wife cut her hand and has non-dissolvable stitches that will be in place for two weeks. Can she immerse? It should be noted that I am abroad, and if she does not immerse, all the days of purity will be postponed. Thank you.
Answer
Hello
According to the law, stitches are considered a barrier to immersion.
However, in a case of concern about sin, leniency is advised.
[Particularly, leniency should be applied in a pressing situation as mentioned above, when the stitches are in a hidden place, meaning they are covered by regular clothing].
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 198.
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Ovadia Fried, shlita