I had my breast reduction 12/15/16. What can I use to put on wounds that doesn't stick, so they will heal? (photo)

January 10, 2017
Asked By:Kim murray in Raleigh, NC

Was told I had superficial wounds...notice below nipple and underneath at incision, and they would heal in time. I was told by my PS to keep dry and use gauze, however every time I go to change it, it sticks and re opens wound and they are not getting better.

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