When you get stiches out.....

How did it feel after you got the stitches out? I get them out next Friday morning and then I drive to Vegas for 4 1/2 hours. Some people have said to ice but I haven't iced this yet! Is icing more important after i get the stiches out?

I forgot to post on the last post. When you need to take a shower, put your arm in the bag the newspaper comes in and then duct tape it so water doesn't come in. Goodness, it felt good to take a shower!