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Query dressing removal after stereotactic breast biopsies

MickeyM
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Morning, I had stereotactic breast biopsies on Wednesday afternoon. The hospital said to leave the top dressing on for at least 48 hours. I know they said something about the bottom dressing which has lots of little white thin plasters around it, but my head was in such a spin, I can't remember. 

I've taken the top dressing off this morning, but I'm scared to remove or leave the bottom one in case I get it wrong. I'm very embarrassed, can you advise me please? 
 

Many thanks 

Mickey 

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  • Hi Mickey, 

    Our cancer nurses don't work at the weekends so unfortunately, they won't be able to get back to you until Monday. If you need an answer today do be sure to get in touch with your breast cancer nurse (if you were assigned one) or your medical team as they should be able to advise.

    If you're unable to get through to them then your GP or contacting the NHS on 111 would be your next port of call.

    I hope you're able to find out what to do about your bottom dressing soon and all goes well with your recovery.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Hi Mickey, 

    Our cancer nurses don't work at the weekends so unfortunately, they won't be able to get back to you until Monday. If you need an answer today do be sure to get in touch with your breast cancer nurse (if you were assigned one) or your medical team as they should be able to advise.

    If you're unable to get through to them then your GP or contacting the NHS on 111 would be your next port of call.

    I hope you're able to find out what to do about your bottom dressing soon and all goes well with your recovery.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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