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Well, I took the bandages off for the first time and cleaned it up. It only took about two hours.  It took this long because I dripped warm water on the blood-soaked bandage as I was terrified of it getting stuck and hurting as I took it off. They had 10 pieces of tape I had to take off first and that took about sn hour as it was stuck to hair when taped.

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OK.  I have some unfortunate discomfort where the tube was removed, but think that is to be expected.  I still can’t believe there was no pain killers or numbing available!   I did ask for some during the first removal attempt. It was actually just a yank it out process.  I guess it did spray a bit and must have been gross. I did not watch, as I just wanted it over with. 
Glad it is over.  Now to keep this clean until it is healed.