Will my Incision Open up if I'm Peeling the Glue in my Sleep? (Photo)

Question

I had a breast reduction the 17, it will be 3 weeks in 2 days. I believe I peel off the glue in my sleep. I'm deadly worry it will open up.

William T. Stoeckel, MD · Answer

Very few surgeons use tissue glue (Dermabond) as the only means of closing an incision. It is generally just used as a reinforcement. The glue is not likely serving a function at this point and you should not be worried.

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

You have a number of steristrips in place over the incision and these all seem to be in place. If there is glue over the incision I would not be concerned about it peeling off after 3 weeks. Both liquiband and dermabond can stay visible for some time but the effect is negligible at 3 weeks. The glues are only used as either an extra layer of closure following suturing or as a dressing. If you had opening of the wounds you would have noticed discharge and the steristrips would have likely come off. I would not be concerned but I would contact your PS if you have any concerns.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

After 21 days very un likely you could open the incisions by peeling the glued tape. But best to call your surgeon to discuss, or even better see your surgeon in person to have the tapes removed.///

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

your incisions are well on their way to healing.  Peeling glue or those steri-strips should not adversely affect your wounds.

Jeremy Pyle, MD · Answer

At this point in your healing process, the glue is not serving much purpose. Removing it is unlikely to cause a problem but it may be worth a call to your surgeon.Best,Dr. Pyle

Will my Incision Open up if I'm Peeling the Glue in my Sleep? (Photo)

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Will my Incision Open up if I'm Peeling the Glue in my Sleep? (Photo)

Answers (5)

Answer: By 3 weeks post-op

Answer: By 3 weeks post-op

Answer: Peeling Glue should be no problem

Answer: Peeling Glue should be no problem

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