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I had a cyst drained. my dr said i can take a shower the next say i did 4 get to ask though do i leave it bandaged in shower or not? ty
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Cyst: depends on cyst and how it has been drained... Ask your doctor who drained the cyst to be certain.
Answered 2/25/2016
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Unbandaged: The shower will help cleanse the wound. Dry gently and cover with new bandage
Answered 8/17/2016
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Shower: There are millions if not billions more bacteria on your skin then there are in your shower water. Better to Remove your dressing , shower. And then re-dress with a clean bandage afterward
Answered 5/17/2017
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