I am a week post OP from my breast reduction. My dr did not do an anchor incision. I saw him two days ago and he said we are leaving the tape on. My problem is the tape they used is very sticky and leaving residue to where lint and clothing sticks to it. I was wondering can I take the tape off, clean the area and use tegaderm to replace the old tape? So it wont cause clothing and the bra to stick anymore?
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Thank you for your question and for your photos. Based on your photos provided, delayed healing and open sores after breast reduction is common. They usually get bigger before they start to fully heal.
Hello,
and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation
is necessary for the best advice.) Tissue density will always play a big role
in the amount of tissue (and the number of grams) that can be removed. Going
too small can sacrifice the shape of the breasts...
Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) What you are describing is suspicious for a number of different things---including but not limited to a suture abscess and inclusion cyst. It may be either erupting or...
