Guaze or tegaderm on incision area?

December 23, 2016
Asked By:mariek26 in Saint Louis, MO

Had 17yr old saline impants, under muscle removed 5 days ago. They covered insision with tegaderm. Tegaderm came off and smelled so I took them all off. Sprayed with saline. Should i put guaze or a tegaderm back over? Neosporine? Theres also a place that doesn't look sewn together, it burns a bit. My follow up isnt for 4 more days. Thanks for the help.

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December 28, 2016

Answer: Gauze or tegaderm

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