Is there a way to treat tape burns that I've had for over 2 months from a tummy tuck or is it permanent?

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I had a Mommy Makeover over 3 months ago, and while my tummy tuck incisions were healing, I used bandages that ended up giving my tummy "tape burn". It's been over two months, and although the tape burn has slightly faded, it is still very much noticeable. Is this permanent? Or is there a way to heal it and make the lines go away? Worried that it's permanently like this!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Tape burns are superficial and usually heal without any blemishes. In darker complected individuals a bleaching cream might be a some benefit if hyperpigmentation is a component.

Richard J. Brown, MD · Answer

Hard to say without seeing a picture. Being that said I have never met a tape burn that would not  heal without a scar but it just takes a long time. If it is indeed a tape burn only it really should heal. Some people with sensitive skin will have some of the skin pulled off by the tape. It is not really a burn but more of a wound. Again, hard for me to accurately comment without a photo.

Arthur M. Cambeiro, MD · Answer

Reactions to tape adhesive usually resolve with time.  At times the can be treated with bleaching agents if they are dark or lasers if they are red.  I would ask your Plastic Surgeon what he/she prefers.  But remember they usually resolve on their own.

Gaurav Bharti, MD, FACS · Answer

Sorry this happened to you. I too have had patients that have had this problem. They typically will go on to heal fairly well. Be patient. It takes a full year for scar to mature. Avoid sunlight, perform massage, and possibly incorporate silicone sheeting to help. Make sure your PS is formally involved in your scar management as well. Good luck. Gaurav

Jeremy Pyle, MD · Answer

This is an uncommon but almost always temporary thing. I would expect to start seeing very gradual improvement from this point forward. Patience is always a challenge but your body's healing process will keep making things better for an entire year.Best,Dr. Pyle

Is there a way to treat tape burns that I've had for over 2 months from a tummy tuck or is it permanent?

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Answer: Tape burns and scars in general take time to heal

Answer: Tape burns and scars in general take time to heal

Answer: Tape Burn

Answer: Tape Burn

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Is there a way to treat tape burns that I've had for over 2 months from a tummy tuck or is it permanent?

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Answer: Tape burns and scars in general take time to heal

Answer: Tape burns and scars in general take time to heal

Answer: Tape Burn

Answer: Tape Burn

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