I am 6 days PO and took my sterile tape off my areola? It sort of peeled away from my flesh.

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I am 6 days PO and I was told to take my sterile strips off at one week. Well I took one side off because it was bugging me. My nipple sort of peeled off my skin. Not my whole nipple but like a little tiny corner is separated. I can see pink flesh. It doesn’t hurt at all. I am just wondering is this normal? I put new sterile tape on it and am not messing with the other side.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear danswoman58,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I usually do not put tape over the incisions keep the area dry and no ointments, but every surgeon has different post op care instructions follow up with your PS to discuss your concerns.

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

Best to post some photos for an informed opinion but often best to contact your PS directly for advice and reassurance. This is not uncommon but impossible to 100% reassure you on line.

Earl E. Ferguson III, MD, FACS · Answer

This sounds like a small amount of blistering beneath the tape and should not be an issue.  Keep it covered with an antibiotic ointment of your choice until healed.  Call your surgeon if additional concerns or any signs of infection.

Bradley Remington, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  A small separation of the wound edges or what may appear like a small area of blistered skin should go on to heal fine.  If it is a wound separation, replacement of the steristrips is indicated, if it appears like a blister, neosporin ointment (if not allergic) and gauze works well.  I would think that you have a followup appointment soon with your plastic surgeon and can have the area evaluated thoroughly.Cheers,Brad Remington, MD

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