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There is glue (Dermabond) on my incision. How do I care for it?

April 26, 2017glue incision

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There is glue (Dermabond) on my incision. How do I care for it?

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Usually it is ok to get the glue wet the day after surgery. No dressing is required. Frequently there are dissolvable sutures just underneath the skin in addition to the glue. If drainage occurs from the incision, keep it dry and cover with clean gauze. Notify the Desert West Surgery nurse if drainage occurs after the first day.