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How often should I change silicone tape on tell me tuck scar?

cassidy29Apr 29, 2016
How often should I change silicone tape on tell me tuck scar? I am almost 5 weeks out and just got my silicone tape I don't know how often I'm supposed to change it

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Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer, MD
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Answered on May 1, 2016
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Dr. Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired)
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Answered on Apr 30, 2016
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