3M Tegaderm Transparent Dressing Film 4 Inch X 11 Yard

Had major skin cancer removal and often must have skin biopsies taken. Developed allergy to every bandaid out there. Last reaction I developed blisters in a 4"x4" area all the way around my biopsy site and they scabbed and bled so between the biopsy and the blisters I was in a lot of discomfort. Was stuck in bed laying on 1 side because the biopsy was on my right outter upper thigh/hip and I couldn't find anything to cover the huge bleeding area without causing worsening reactions therfor couldn't wear clothing or anything and the area was so large from it all I couldnt find anything to even cover the area. In desperation I searched and found this product. It is expensive in my opinion, but I needed something. You cut the size piece you want from the roll. Peel off the back and place it on your skin. Then peel off the 2 top pieces and you are left with a thin soft flexible almost saran wrap feeling protective cover. It worked amazing! I was able to move around freely and shower and it kept the site clean. After wearing a piece about 15 hours I did develop raised irritations all along the very edge of the film. Was raised red bumpy places that itched badly. I learned I had to change it every 12 hours and move it slightly around when applying it each time or I'd get very itchy red bumpy welts forming but only along the edges. So I did have minimal reaction to this along the very edges but again, if I changed it every 12 hours and didn't apply in the exact same areas I was perfectly okay and had no reactions and never had reactions anywhere but the edges. Assuming I just have super sensitive skin. I also had to make sure the antibiotic ointments I used were not on any area I was applying this product or it would not stick and I wasted quite of bit of this product when the ointment spread and I thought I had it wiped off but would apply product and even a little ointment would cause it not to stick and would have to reapply. But, this stuff was amazing for me. I heal slow due to autoimmune diseases and other health problems. It took 4 months for a skin biopsy(shaved area) to heal and I used this every single day. I would recommend this to anyone who has allergic reactions to adhesives. It is clear so still allows the site to be visible, and is waterproof when applied correctly. I did use a small thin piece of gauze over my biopsy site initially and later on when it was healing I just applied ointment and this right on top of the biopsy area. This product does not stick to the gauze and I also would put ointment anywhere I did not want this product to stick, because it sticks to any dry area wound or not. I was able to wear pants and move freely with this product. I do feel it is expensive for what it is, but for my situation it was worth it. When I need another surgery or biopsy I will use only this product. I highly recommend this! I did not try swimming in our pool or soaking in water like a bath with this. I did shower with no issues as long as it was completely sealed all the way around, but I wouldn't risk swimming personally.

I have had multiple skin biopsies and basal cells removed, and the toughest part was often the post-procedure dealing with keeping it covered for days/weeks. I tried all types of bandages, but my skin is very sensitive and reacted very badly to everything I tried. I'd get bad rashes and swelling from the adhesive, not to mention being very itchy. Then I tried the Tegaderm patches from the store and they worked great. So I then ordered this roll and have been cutting to size to fit. They work great! Little to no skin irritation and they really stay put, even when swimming. Generally water proof - I can tell since I use non-stick gauze underneath and it is usually dry after swimming even a few hours. A little tricky to use at first (as are Tegaderm patches), but once you get it down it works great. They do stick well and are a little fussy removing, but do not hurt removing although I use a non-stick gauze pad, so the the Tegaderm is not directly contacting the healing wound in my case - I can't comment how this would be if directly contacted the wound. Would recommend for those very sensitive to band aid/adhesives.

I have been using this product for at least seven years. I apply it over all skin related injuries, including cuts, burns, scrapes, and bedsores. In every case, the injury healed quickly without leaving a scar. Twice I cut my finger all the way to the bone. Had I gone to the emergency room, costly, painful stitches would have been applied, healing would have been slow, and a scar would have resulted. Instead of doing that, I immediately applied peroxide to the injured skin and applied this tape securely across the cut, pulling the cut edges of the skin securely together. I did not remove the tape for at least 3 to 5 days and continued all normal activities with no pain and no harm to the injury. When I removed the tape, the injury was completely healed and left no scar! It truly is an amazing product! It comes in many sizes, so pick the size that best fits your needs. I like this strip tape because I can easily cut it to whatever size I need.While in a VA hospital, my 93-year-old father developed very painful bedsoresl. I asked the nurses to apply this product to the bedsores. They thought I was crazy, but did as I asked. Several hours later, I asked my father if the tape was working. He said, he didn't know because he couldn't feel anything! I laughed and said if you can't feel the bedsores it means the tape is working! He never had any more pain from the bedsores and they completely healed within a short period of time. The nurses were so impressed with how effective this tape was that they actually had a Director of Nurses meeting at his bedside to personally look at and confirm that this tape was responsible for immediately stopping the pain from his bedsores and allowing them to quickly heal.

Your get what you pay for. In this case, going with the 3M brand payed off. Easy to use (cutting and then application). Good adhesion and sealing quality. Breathes and provides good moisture barrier. Very pleased with purchase.