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Steri Strip Lifted 48 Hours Post Op, Is It Still Effective?

Mar1988
I just changed my dressings 48 hours post op as directed and as I was removing gauze, one of the steri strips covering my nipple was stuck to the gauze and started to come off with the gauze. I managed to peel the strip away from the gauze and place it back over the nipple but I am worried it won't serve it's purpose since it has been lifted. I don't want to risk I anything, what should I do? It is Friday night as well and I won't be able to reach my surgeon until Monday!!! Help!

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