Is it ok to use a hydro colloid dressing like duoderm on my mastoplexy wound? I'm 3 weeks post op and have this area of slough. I went into the clinic and saw the RN. I have been advised to keep using the fixomull tape over my scars including this area that is not healing well and change weekly. I was wondering if duoderm would be better - to help remove the Slough and speed wound healing. I'm not due to see my Dr for another couple of weeks
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The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam. Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery.
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The patient will go home in a bra or with only
light dressings over the incision lines. Sutures are dissolvable but an ending
knot, if present is removed within 1-2 weeks. Initial discomfort is easily
controlled with oral medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days. As the incisions...