After lipoma surgery should I remove the plastic tape on top of the bandage? (Photo)

Question

I did lipoma removal surgery 3 days before, it was little upside my elbow. I got a bandage and upside kind of plastic tape (Please see on picture). My question is should I removed this plastic tap or not? I couldn't remember what Doctor suggested me that time.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Unfortunately each surgeon has their own respective incision care protocol and I would reach back out to yours for advice.  They know the full details of your procedure and dressing.  Hope this helps.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Every surgeon has their own postoperative regimen. Follow your surgeons recs. I would use Plato's Scar Serum on the scar thereafter. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

It is probably safe to remove this dressing 3 days post lipoma excision. Apply Scar Serum to reduce scarring and avoid sun exposure to prevent hyperpigmentation of the wound. 
H Karamanoukian MD FACS

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